Storage of Waste Batteries

The following requirements should be followed for storage of all waste batteries for shipment.

All vented batteries should have vent caps tightly shut to avoid spillage during shipping.

Incompatible battery types should not be mixed together, or the shipment must be sorted for compliance or applicable sorting fees will be applied.

Batteries must be stored in a dry place.

Store so that contacts cannot touch.

Batteries should be discharged prior to shipment.

Do not pack, store or ship batteries in tightly sealed containers. This could result in the cells shorting out and heat build up, leading to ignition of the combustible adjacent materials.

Transport Canada regulations must be observed. For more information on Transport Canada regulations, please visit their web site. http://www.tc.gc.ca