charles reina
Member
What do you do with the expired boat flares. I may keep the most recently expired ones as extras on the boat, but I'm to a point where I need to dispose of some. Is there a safe way, can they just go in the trash?
Never heard you can't have old flares, so I went to the CG site; frequently asked questions, this is what I found.
Expired Flares , posted: 12/7/2010
Question: I have old flares that have expired. What is the best way to dispose of flares? Is it legal to keep old flares as backup as long as you have up-to-date flares on your vessel? Does the Coast Guard Auxiliary collect expired flares and dispose of them?
[font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif]Answer: There is no reason to dispose of flares just because they are expired. You are encouraged to keep those flares on board and use them first in an emergency. The U S Coast Guard Auxiliary does not collect flares for disposal. Some Auxiliary units may use expired flares for training or demonstrations. Because of their pyrotechnic nature, flares are considered hazardous waste and need to be disposed of properly. The best source of information would be your local waste management authority.
George R Bores, BC-VTR
National "V" Department Staff [/font]