Keep sharp objects (knives, scissors, tools, razors) and other hazardous items (coins, glass objects, beads, pins, medications) in a secure place out of baby's reach.

Mount cabinets containing hazardous items high on the wall and out of reach of children, but at a level that allows using the cabinets safely.

Recyclable materials like metal and glass would be extracted, along with hazardous items like batteries.

Larger hazardous items such as tires, appliances, electronics and large industrial containers are often dumped in isolated locations, such as National Forests and other public land.

Additions throughout the decades have increased the initial coverage to include other hazardous items, including chemicals regulated by the Environmental Protection Agency.

Make sure to mount cabinets containing hazardous items high enough so that they are out of the reach of children.

"We've been selling knishes for 80 years, and all of the sudden the city came down on these poor vending guys, saying it's a hazardous item," Mr. Gabay said.

The police did not uncover any hazardous items during an initial search of the business premises and other properties.

Reduction aides in reducing the toxicity of waste if non-hazardous or less hazardous items are selected.