Chemicals are part of our daily lives. We use them to clean our homes and to fix machinery, and we store them in our homes. Chemicals are used and/or stored in many locations in every community.

In fact, we're so used to having chemicals around that we sometimes forget how dangerous they can be. Chemicals pose a health and environmental threat when mixed, spilled, or used improperly. It's important to handle, store, and dispose of them safely. Can you think of any potentially hazardous chemicals you have in your home?

Type a list in the space provided and then select Check Answer to see how your list compares to what's found in a typical home.