Hazmat Question

I was under the impression car batteries are considered class 8 corrosive hazmat and requires a hazmat endorsement, placards and a hm bol. My company sends out loads of batteries for recycling as a non hm load. Am I incorrect?

It depends on the amount and type of hazmat in the batteries. If it's all the same type then there is usually not enough to require placards. Usually if they are mixed types they require placards.

If your company is shipping them, then they are responsible for filling out the shipping paperwork.

I have carried batteries and other hazmat that is not enough for placards.

I was under the impression car batteries are considered class 8 corrosive hazmat and requires a hazmat endorsement, placards and a hm bol. My company sends out loads of batteries for recycling as a non hm load. Am I incorrect?

What and how is it listed on the BOL? Were you provided any placards or MSDS paperwork?

49 CFR 173.159(E): “THE WET BATTERY EXCEPTION” Wet Batteries are not subject to any requirements of the Hazardous Material Regulations when transported in commerce if all of the following are true:

Transportation must be by highway or rail. No other hazardous materials may be transported in the same vehicle. Batteries must be loaded or braced to prevent damage and short circuits in transit. Any other non-hazardous material loaded in the vehicle must be blocked, braced, or otherwise secured to prevent contact or damage to the batteries. Carrier can’t transport materials from anyone other than the shipper of the batteries.