Clean Harbors Colfax, LLC
Colfax, LA 71417
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Clean Harbors Colfax, LLC is located at 3763 Hwy. 47, Colfax, LA 71417.
The Colfax facility is located in central Louisiana approximately 35 miles northwest of Alexandria. With a health and safety record that is unparalleled in the United States, this facility is uniquely permitted to treat over 300 kinds of explosives and reactive waste. Storage for explosives is provided in ten permitted ATF storage magazines. The Colfax facility is capable of treating a wide range of materials from fireworks and contaminated debris to rocket motors. Thermal treatment in 20 permitted burn units treats the waste. Residue is collected from the treatment process and shipped off-site for disposal at an approved facility. Metal by-products are shipped off-site for recycling. Typical Customers Explosive manufacturers and end-users, government / military ordnance suppliers, automobile airbag manufacturers, DOD / DOE / Corps of Engineer projects, oilfield industry, colleges, universities, medical facilities, research centers, and private.
To contact Clean Harbors Colfax, LLC, call (318) 627-3443, or view more information below. Looking for more locations in Colfax? Scroll down to see a listing of waste locations and handlers towards the bottom of this page.
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Last updated: Dec 01, 2024.
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Waste management involves the collection, transportation, treatment, and disposal of waste materials. It also includes recycling and monitoring waste to reduce its environmental impact.
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Effective waste management protects the environment, conserves natural resources, reduces pollution, and ensures public health and safety by properly handling and disposing of waste.
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Common types of waste include municipal solid waste (household trash), recyclable materials, hazardous waste, construction and demolition debris, organic waste, and industrial waste.
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What can I recycle?
Recyclable items typically include paper, cardboard, plastics, metals, and glass. Some facilities may also accept electronics, batteries, and organic materials. Check with your local recycler for specifics.
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Hazardous waste includes materials that are toxic, flammable, corrosive, or reactive. It must be managed separately in compliance with strict regulations to ensure safe treatment, storage, and disposal.
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You can reduce waste by adopting practices like recycling, composting organic materials, using reusable products, avoiding single-use plastics, and purchasing sustainably made items.
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