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Take care with chemicals

dirty painting equipment and jugs.

Take care with chemicals around the home. This includes water-based paint, detergents, food and drink waste and gardening chemicals like pesticides and fertilisers. Never tip pollutants down drains or near streams. Dispose of them in the household sink or toilet so they can be disinfected at the wastewater plant.

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