• Many chemicals commonly used around the home are toxic. Select less toxic alternatives. Use   non-toxic substitutes wherever possible.

• Buy chemicals only in the amount you expect to use, and apply them only as directed. More is not   better.

• Take unwanted household chemicals and vehicle fluids to hazardous waste collection centers (call    the Delaware Solid Waste Authority at 1-800-404-7080 or www.dswa.com for a complete list of    accepted materials and drop off locations in your area); do not pour them down the drain

• Leftover household pesticide? Do not indiscriminately spray pesticides, either indoors or outdoors,   where a pest problem has not been identified. Call the Delaware Solid Waste Authority at 1-800-   404-7080 or www.dswa.com for a complete list of accepted materials and drop off locations in your   area.

• Regular vehicle maintenance reduces the potential for leaks.

• Never pour unwanted chemicals on the ground.

• Use low-phosphate or phosphate-free detergents. Phosphate containing soaps can kill wildlife   throughout the stormwater system.

• Use water-based products whenever possible.

• Recycle motor oil and filters