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Safety Training

All collection partners are encouraged to take the following essential training to learn how to safely collect, handle and prepare used household batteries for shipment.

This training addresses topics such as:

  • What type of batteries are accepted
  • How to safely collect and handle batteries
  • What to do with damaged batteries
  • How to safely store used batteries
  • What containers are acceptable for shipping batteries
  • How to prepare containers for shipment
  • How to avoid potential safety incidents during transport

Training Options

Call2Recycle offers three types of battery collection services, flexible to meet your specific needs.

Battery Safety Family

Best Practices & Safety Training

Review this document to learn about the program.
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BATTERY 101 Safety Video Series

This six-part video series walks you through essential battery safety training for collection partners. In just 11 minutes, you will learn how to safely store, protect, and prepare batteries for compliant shipping.
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On-Site Training

Is your organization interested in having a Call2Recycle staff member train your staff? Training can be conducted onsite or via telephone or webinar. Email us at [email protected] to find out more.

Safety Video Series

Video 1: Introduction (1:00)

An overview of the program and why following battery safety practices is important.

Video 2: Accepted & Not Accepted Materials (2:48)

Learn about the different battery collection containers, which batteries are accepted in each, and what materials are not accepted.

Video 3: Terminal Protection (1:50)

Understand which batteries require terminal protection, why it matters, and how to do it correctly.

Video 4: DDR: Damaged, Defective, and Recalled Batteries (2:46)

Learn how to identify damaged, defective, or recalled batteries and the proper steps for handling them safely.

Video 5: Safe Shipping (1:28)

Step-by-step guidance on preparing batteries for safe and compliant shipping.

Video 6: Conclusion and Resources (1:21)

A quick daily safety checklist and where to find additional resources and supporting materials.