Permanent collection centers offer a convenient, free method for Los Angeles County residents to properly dispose household hazardous and electronic waste (HHW/e-waste). Residents can drop off items such as paint, solvents, chemicals, computers, batteries, cell phones, fluorescent lights, etc.

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Household Hazardous Waste Collection Centers for Los Angeles City and Los Angeles County Residents

S.A.F.E. Centers (Solvents/Automotive/Flammables/Electronics) are permanent collection sites that are open every weekend for residents to drop off their household hazardous waste and electronic waste (HWW/E-waste). View below for a list of locations and operating hours. To learn more visit the City of LA website.

4600 Colorado Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90039

As of May 13, 2023, the location will be closed until further notice.

550 Charles E. Young Drive West
Los Angeles, CA 90095

Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 8:00am-2:00pm
This site accepts electronic waste on Saturdays ONLY

Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) Program

Small businesses that qualify for the Very Small Quantity Generator (VSQG) Program may dispose of their hazardous waste at the S.A.F.E. Centers for a fee. This service is by appointment only. Please call (310) 387-1071, or email to book an appointment.

NOTE: An EPA ID number is required to participate in the VSQG Program. If you regularly generate any amount of hazardous waste, you are required to have an EPA ID number. Alternatively, a temporary EPA ID number can be obtained from the state if you do not regularly generate hazardous waste. Register online and receive your EPA ID number.

VSQG PROGRAM: Hazardous Waste Collection for Small Business

Name Address Hours of Operation
Gaffey Street S.A.F.E. Center 1400 N. Gaffey Street, San Pedro, CA 90731 1st Wednesday of the month
Washington Blvd. S.A.F.E. Center 2649 E. Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90021 2nd Wednesday of the month
Hyperion S.A.F.E. Center 7660 West Imperial Highway, Gate B Playa Del Rey, CA 90293 3rd Wednesday of the month
Randall Street S.A.F.E. Center 11025 Randall Street, Sun Valley, CA 91352 4th Wednesday of the month