Where to give light bulbs energy-saving and what to do if they are broken?

Modern energy-saving light bulbs are available in almost every family. However, few think about the need for proper disposal of used fluorescent lamps. However, according to the research conducted, these industrial wastes can harm the human body, so after using them, do not throw them in the trash.

What is harmful about energy-saving light bulbs?

Energy-saving light bulbs are very practical, therefore they are widely used almost everywhere. But few people think that these harmless, at first glance, devices can carry a serious danger. The thing is ultraviolet radiation, which comes from this type of light bulb in a dose that can be dangerous for skin cells. Over time, there is a risk of developing serious diseases, including melanoma - one of the dangerous types of cancer.

Despite the fact that the manufacturers of the goods claim that the dose of the emitted ultraviolet is negligible, there is no need to believe this. Recent studies have confirmed that, with prolonged use on the surface of the bulbs, microcracks are formed that can transmit radiation, thereby harming people in the vicinity.

In addition, improper use of light bulbs can lead to hormonal changes, cause cardiovascular diseases, and lead to the development of diabetes. And it's not just a dangerous ultraviolet. These devices have a high percentage of mercury, which also does not bode well. This is one of the main reasons why an energy-saving light bulb is not allowed to simply be thrown away, since if it breaks, mercury evaporation can cause many troubles.

What should I do? Should we stop using energy-saving lamps? No, you can use them. You just need to always remember the rules of personal safety, change the burned devices in time and never throw them in the trash can or tanks. Where do I put them?

Where to take the burned bulbs?

We have already figured out why we can not throw out burned energy-saving light bulbs. But there is quite a logical question: how to properly dispose of industrial waste, so as not to harm your health? There are several options.

So, what should be your actions?

1. Thoroughly pack the burnt out devices so that they can not break during transport. For these purposes, you can use a cardboard box, which must first be filled with a soft material, such as a cloth or cotton wool. You can also wrap each bulb in newsprint.
2. With this box you should go to the nearest point for receiving such industrial waste, where you need to hand over all the bulbs.

However, keep in mind that not all enterprises can agree to take away used light bulbs from individuals, as some exist solely for accepting large quantities of industrial waste from firms, shopping centers, etc. under special contracts. Where, then, to turn in the light bulbs?

In each city, reception of industrial wastes, as a rule, is carried out in district DEZs, as well as RER.For this purpose, on the territory of enterprises, as a rule, special tanks are installed, where it is necessary to throw out the fluorescent light bulbs that have worked out their time. If you did not find such a container, you should contact the administration or service personnel for help, they will show you where to send the waste.

Ecological services of the city are also obliged to utilize not only energy saving light bulbs, but also broken mercury thermometers and other waste that can harm human health.

In addition, you can take out the old fluorescent devices in the IKEA network. This option can be used by residents of large cities, which have this store. Since 2014, they have started to recycle batteries, as well as lamps with mercury content. It is necessary to collect all burnt out appliances in a box, pack it neatly and hand over to the service personnel.

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In recent years, the problem of putting in and receiving mercury lamps, batteries and other hazardous wastes has become so acute that the employees of the prosecutor's office of many cities applied to the court asking them to install special containers with the help of the HOA, where people could pass off their old devices. Therefore, ask in your branch of the HOA, perhaps near your house there are already such tanks.

What should I do if an energy-saving light bulb is broken?

We have already considered the question of how dangerous energy-saving light bulbs can be and why they should be treated with intelligence. But what if, by chance, the light bulb was broken, and how to avoid the spread of mercury vapor? The main thing is not to panic, gather your thoughts and act in the same way as in the case of thermometers.

1. Close the room in which the incident occurred, do not allow drafts to occur, as this promotes the spread of mercury through the room.
2. Open the window and ventilate the room during the day.
3. Take the jar, fill it with cold water, you can add a little bit of potassium permanganate to it.
4. Protect your hands by putting rubber gloves on them.
5. Assemble all visible remains of the broken light bulb, including the base, into a prepared container of water.
6. Small pieces are collected with a damp cloth. After that, you should take off the gloves and send them to the jar along with the rag you used to remove the remains of the broken lamp.
7. Close the container tightly and take it to the reception point for industrial waste, there you have to pass the jar along with all the tools that were used during the cleaning process.

Using fluorescent lamps, be extremely careful. They are convenient and practical, but can cause serious harm to your body if you misuse them. Therefore, always remember that you can not throw waste devices into ordinary garbage cans.

All burnt out bulbs must be disposed of in a timely manner, they need to be properly packaged and handed over. At the same time, be careful that the devices do not break, otherwise mercury vapor can harm your health and surrounding people. It is advisable to ask in advance where you can turn in the light bulbs nearby.