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The following questions and guidance are taken from the
Consolidated Screening Checklist For Automotive Repair Facilities
(Source: USEPA Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, EPA 305-8-97-005).

 

Does facility return used batteries to new battery supplier?

Yes--Supplier takes back used batteries for each one purchased.

No--Disposed in other way.

N/A--Facility does not change batteries.

If not, how are used automotive batteries disposed?

Recycle--Batteries are sent to a recycling facility.

Hazardous waste landfill--Facility can name the place where batteries go and has records of the amount sent.

Other--Method of disposal is not listed.

Are used batteries contained and covered prior to disposal?

Yes(1) Batteries are stored inside or outside under a tarp or roof; and (2) Batteries are stored in a pan, or other device, so that any leakage can not enter floor drains on the outside. Items stored inside would not be considered "contained" if a spill or leak (battery acid) would be discharged to a drain.

No--Either 1 or 2 are not done.



Source: US EPA Office of Enforcement and Compliance Assurance, EPA 305-8-97-005, July, 1997.


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