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Shipping Lithium Batteries: Fully Regulated Cells and Batteries (U.S. DOT, ICAO/IATA, IMO/IMDG)
- In accordance with U.S. DOT HMR (49 CFR Part 171 -180), IATA DGR (Section 1.5), and IMDG Code (Section 1.3.1)
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Shipping Lithium Batteries: Fully Regulated Cells and Batteries (U.S. DOT, ICAO/IATA, IMO/IMDG) Course Syllabus
This Shipping Lithium Batteries: Fully Regulated Cells and Batteries Training course consists of 4 modules broken down into 12 lessons. Students are required to take each lesson in sequential order as listed below.
Introduction
Module 1: HMR General Awareness
Explain the Department of Transportation (DOT) Hazardous Materials Regulations for hazardous materials transportation. Outline key requirements under the IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations for air shipments. Describe the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code for vessel transport.
- Lesson 1: The Hazardous Materials Regulations
- Lesson 2: The Hazardous Materials Table
Module 2: Regulatory Requirements
Examine the regulatory requirements for lithium cells and batteries in detail. Explain classification standards used by governing bodies during transportation.
- Lesson 3: Lithium Cells and Batteries
- Lesson 4: Regulatory Overview
- Lesson 5: Classification of Lithium Cells and Batteries
Module 3: Function Specific Requirements
Outline packaging, marking, and labeling requirements for transporting lithium ion and lithium metal cells and batteries. Summarize placarding requirements for vehicles, freight containers, and transport units. Explain shipping paper requirements and required entries.
- Lesson 6: General Requirements for Shipping Papers
- Lesson 7: General Packaging Requirements
- Lesson 8: General Marking Requirements
- Lesson 9: General Labeling Requirements
- Lesson 10: General Placarding Requirements
Module 4: Shipping Guides
Explain packaging and hazard communication requirements for shipping fully regulated lithium cells and batteries. Describe regulatory requirements for stand-alone batteries and those packed with or contained in equipment.
- Lesson 11: Stand-Alone Lithium Batteries: Fully Regulated (All Modes of Transportation)
- Lesson 12: Lithium Batteries Packed with OR Contained in Equipment: Fully Regulated (All Modes of Transportation)
Final Examination
Frequently Asked Questions
A fully regulated lithium-ion cell or battery includes:
- A cell with a Watt-hour rating greater than 20 Wh.
- A battery with a Watt-hour rating greater than 100 Wh.
A fully regulated lithium metal cell or battery includes:
- A cell with a lithium content greater than 1 gram.
- A battery with a lithium content greater than 2 grams.
Fully regulated batteries must follow all DOT, IATA, and IMDG shipping requirements due to their higher energy content and potential hazards.
A smaller lithium-ion cell or battery includes:
- A cell with a Watt-hour rating equal to or less than 20 Wh.
- A battery with a Watt-hour rating equal to or less than 100 Wh.
Highway and rail exceptions:
- A cell with a Watt-hour rating not exceeding 60 Wh.
- A battery with a Watt-hour rating not exceeding 300 Wh.
A smaller lithium metal cell or battery includes:
- A cell with a lithium content equal to or less than 1 gram.
- A battery with a lithium content equal to or less than 2 grams.
Highway and rail exceptions:
- A cell with a lithium content not exceeding 5 grams.
- A battery with a lithium content not exceeding 25 grams.
Smaller batteries have reduced shipping restrictions but must still follow applicable DOT, IATA, and IMDG guidelines for safe transport.
Yes, the course meets the training requirements for shipping lithium cells and batteries as required by the DOT HMR (40 CFR Part 171-180), IATA DGR (Section 1.5), and IMDG Code (Section 1.3.1).
Lithium batteries are widely used to power laptops, smartphones, smart watches, medical devices, and vehicles. Their high energy density and flammable electrolytes classify lithium ion and lithium metal cells as hazardous materials (hazmat).
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) requires all hazmat shipments to follow Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR), Title 49 – Transportation.
All employers and employees who prepare or transport hazardous materials by highway, rail, air, or water must receive proper training. For lithium batteries transported by air or vessel, additional rules apply under IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) and the IMDG Code.
Personnel handling lithium batteries must complete adequate training to comply with these international regulations. Hazmat training requirements for lithium cells and batteries are outlined in Subpart H of DOT HMR Part 171-180, Section 1.5 of IATA DGR, and Section 1.3.1 of IMDG Code.
- Hazmat employees preparing or offering lithium batteries for transport.
- Shipping and receiving personnel handling regulated lithium battery shipments.
- Freight forwarders and logistics coordinators managing dangerous goods documentation.
- Warehouse workers packaging fully regulated lithium cells and batteries.
- Compliance officers responsible for hazardous materials transportation programs.
- Air, ocean, rail, and highway carriers transporting lithium batteries.
No, there are no prerequisites for this course.
This course provides function-specific training for shipping “fully regulated” lithium batteries as required by DOT HMR, IATA DGR, and IMDG Code.
However, if you ship lithium batteries and other hazardous materials, we strongly recommend that you enroll in our DOT Hazmat Transportation: Advanced General Awareness (10 Hour) Training course before you enroll for the Shipping Lithium Batteries training in order to fully understand the requirements of the U.S. DOT’s Hazardous Material Regulations (HMR; 49 CFR Parts 171-180).
The certification has a 2-year validity in line with DOT regulations.
Especially, if you are involved in shipping lithium batteries by air, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations (DGR) require recurrent training once every two years.
This same course can be used for re-training/refresher training purposes.
Certificate of Completion: Immediately after passing the final exam, you can download, save, or print your certificate in PDF format.
Validity: The course certificate is valid for two years.
Renewal: Simply take this course in 24 months to maintain compliance and stay current on regulations regarding transportation of lithium batteries.
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A detailed lithium-ion battery shipping training course with clear general guidance. It also covered specific requirements for fully regulated lithium batteries.
The hazardous materials regulations were explained in simple terms during the lithium battery safety training. This made the course very user-friendly.
Really good lithium-ion battery training course! It explained complicated regulations in simple terms. Good job.
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