Shop Towel

Used Shop Towels can be dangerous waste.  Contaminated disposable towels must be handled under all applicable waste regulations.  If contaminated cloth towels are disposed of, they must usually be handled as dangerous waste. 

However, durable shop towels can be recycled through an industrial laundry, even if they would designate, or be legally identified, as dangerous waste.  If these shop towels are handled correctly,  they will not be counted toward dangerous waste totals nor affect generator status.

If improperly managed, used shop towels contaminated with hazardous substances can pose a threat to worker health and public safety. Improper management may contribute to contamination of air, water, and soil.

Remember, keep lids on shop towel containers, except when adding or removing materials.