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Ballasts
Managing PCBs in Ballasts and Small Capacitors This fact sheet is a summary of information found in 40 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations), Part 761.

Barrels
Managing Empty Containers When a container is empty it can't always be thrown in the trash. Some containers may pose health and safety concerns because of the type of material they held. This fact sheet can help your business properly manage empty containers.

Batteries
Spent Lead-Acid Batteries—Requirements for Generators If not properly managed, spent lead-acid batteries may leak or spill and cause lead and/or acid contamination of the soil and ground water. Businesses that generate, collect or accumulate spent lead-acid batteries are responsible for proper storage and containment of leaks.

Spent Lead Acid Batteries— Requirements for Transporters If not properly managed, spent lead-acid batteries may leak or spill and cause lead and/or acid contamination of the soil and ground water. Businesses that store spent lead acid batteries between trips to the reclaimer must follow these storage rules. And, all for-hire transporters of spent lead acid batteries must meet Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) regulations.

Brake Dust
Controlling Brake Dust to Protect Your Health Some brake dust can be seen when a brake drum is removed from a vehicle and many very small dust particles that can't be seen are also released. These particles may be asbestos. Use these methods to control the brake dust in your shop.

Brakes
Aqueous Brake Washers Aqueous brake washing units use water based cleaning solutions. These solutions are nonflammable and contain little or no volatile organic compounds. Aqueous brake washing units are widely available, perform as well as solvent-based equipment and offer many other advantages.

Selecting and Managing Brake and Carburetor Cleaners Brake and carburetor cleaners contain chemicals that if not properly managed can pose a threat to the environment. When purchasing cleaners select the least toxic one that will meet your needs.