Batteries Household

Your household batteries can be deposited in a variety of collection bins at the ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥. By recycling your batteries, you help reduce risk of fires in our waste facilities.

 

Dos and Don'ts for Battery Disposal

Dos

  • Do safely remove batteries from devices before disposal.
  • Do bring batteries to designated collection sites:
    • Civic Centre, Cathedral Avenue Geraldton
    • Meru Waste Management Facility Weighbridge Office, Landfill Lane, Narngulu
    • Geraldton Regional Library, Marine Terrace Geraldton
    • Geraldton Aquarena, Pass Street Geraldton
  • Do participate in the to ensure safe and proper recycling.
  • Do tape your batteries’ terminals with clear sticky tape to prevent sparking.
  • Do store taped batteries in a clearly labelled glass container.
  • Do keep the container in a cool, dry place away from any heat source.

Don’ts

  • Don’t dispose of batteries in regular household or public bins.
  • Don’t mix batteries with general waste or recycling bins.
  • Don’t store batteries in a way that allows terminals to touch, as this can cause fires.

By following these guidelines, you help protect our environment and support city-wide recycling efforts. Thank you for your cooperation!

 

For more information on taping your batteries please download this document

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