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Environmental Standard 8
All lead-acid batteries are properly removed and
managed as part of the dismantling procedure
and/or prior to crushing the vehicles. Spent lead-
acid batteries are stored inside or outside with
cover. Spent lead-acid batteries are recycled
through a reputable battery recycler.
Spent lead acid batteries are exempt from hazardous
waste regulations if they are recycled, but the waste
generator is still responsible for contamination caused
by batteries transported off site as well as stored on
site. Spent lead acid batteries do not need to be in-
cluded in the facility’s hazardous waste generation
total.
Batteries should be stored safely and only reputable
recyclers should be used. New and used batteries
should be stored in a safe manner to prevent leaks
and subsequent ground contamination. Indoor stor-
age on an acid-resistant rack or tub is preferable.
Batteries stored outdoors should be stored on an im-
permeable surface such as concrete with secondary
containment, and sheltered from rain to prevent acid
run-off. To further prevent pollution, keep a neutraliz-
ing agent such as baking soda nearby in case of a
spill, do not stack batteries more than three high since
that may cause them to fall and crack, and store bat-
teries and battery acid away from flammable liquids,
ignition sources and drains.
Keep receipts including the name and location of the
recycler, number of batteries sent and the date.
Environmental Standard 9
Refrigerant is evacuated from each vehicle using
refrigerant recovery equipment or contracted for
refrigerant removal with a licensed vendor. Re-
cords are maintained for off-site refrigerant dis-
posal/reclamation that includes the amount of re-
frigerant, the date sent, and the facility that re-
ceived the refrigerant. Proof of technician certifi-
cation is readily available onsite if recharging in
conducted.
The Clean Air Act Amendments of 1990 prohibit ser-
vice related releases of all refrigerants (i.e., R-12 and R
-134a). The venting ban became effective January 1,
1993. In addition to the release ban, facilities perform-
ing AC repair work must use EPA-approved refrigerant
recovery/recycling equipment and certified AC service
technicians must complete all work. All service facili-
ties must submit a MAC notification to the EPA if AC
service work is performed. The recovered refrigerant
does not need to be included in the facility’s hazard-
ous waste generation total.
Environmental Standards
Iowa—Certified Auto Recyclers Environmental Program
I-CARE
