How to reduce hazardous waste

• Arrange to have unwanted paint removed by contractors, waste removal companies and individual suppliers or distributors.

• Examine office supply catalogues and circulate a recommended list of non toxic office supplies available for purchase.

• Replace acidic drain cleaners with an environmentally friendly enzyme or bacteria cleaning system.

• Look for ways to reduce the entry of hazardous waste materials into your property.

Did you know...

That permanent ink markers or pens contain extremely toxics chemicals like toluene, xylene and ethanol? Toluene is a known carcinogen. Buy water based markers and pens instead.

Alka Patel is the public relations manager for The Fairmont Dubai. For more information email: alka.patel@fairmont.com This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

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