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Shipping Lithium Batteries Virtual Training Course

July 30, 2026 / Virtual

Shipping Lithium Batteries Virtual Training Course

The use of lithium batteries continues to increase, which means more lithium batteries are being transported in commerce, including initial-use lithium batteries and used batteries for recycling.

This virtual training course will introduce the hazardous materials employee instructor to:

  • Types of lithium batteries and common uses
  • Lithium battery chemistry and safety
  • Lithium battery classification in § 173.185, including exceptions
  • Shipping papers, when required
  • Marking, labeling and placarding
  • Emergency response and incident investigation
  • Undeclared lithium battery shipments

The course also includes case studies that will show the participant examples of lithium batteries and the step-by-step process to use when shipping lithium batteries.

This training course was made possible by a Hazardous Materials Instructor Training grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (opens in a new tab).