Batteries(Nickel-Cadmium)-ApacheCorporation.docVIP

Batteries (Nickel-Cadmium) Before you begin Description Nickel cadmium batteries Rechargeable batteries often found in two way radios Category Universal Waste: special standards exist (that are more lenient than hazardous waste standards) for the storage, shipping and recycling of these wastes only if you recycle. Analysis No laboratory analysis required Accumulation Physical requirements: If damaged, ruptured or leaking, place in closed plastic container. If not damaged, store in DOT approved packaging: Batteries must be packed without other materials in the container or package. Batteries must be protected to prevent short circuits. Insulate at least one terminal of each battery with electrical tape or plastic cover to prevent short circuits and possible fire. Battery terminals should not be used to support any weight. Do not drain the electrolyte from the batteries DOT specification containers: Plastic drums or cans (DOT SPEC 1H2 and 3H2) Wooden boxes (DOT SPEC 4C1,4C2,4D,OR 4F) Fiberboard boxes (DOT SPEC 4G) Plastic boxes (DOT SPEC 4H2) Administrative requirements: Under federal and Louisiana law, (the small quantity handler) of universal waste batteries may accumulate batteries for no longer than one year from the date the waste is generated [before shipping to a recycler]. You must demonstrate the length of time that the waste has been accumulated by: Placing the battery in a container and mark the container with the date of the earliest date that a waste (that has not been shipped) was placed in the container. Mark each battery with the date it became a waste or was received. Maintain an inventory system on-site that identifies the date that each battery became a waste or was received. Continued on next page Before you begin, (continued) Waste Reduction Arrange for battery exchange or credit from dealer. Recycle. Disposal Send batteries for recycling Do not place in trash or allow to be placed in a landfill. Recordkeeping Complete