Run Warehouse Lithium Battery Storage Audit — Free

Storage Area Segregation and Layout

Lithium battery storage area is designated and clearly identified critical (required)

Storage location is marked, controlled, and limited to authorized personnel.

Yes No N/A

Batteries are separated from combustibles and packaging materials critical (required)

Verify separation from cardboard, pallets, shrink wrap, trash, and other combustible materials.

Yes No N/A

Storage is away from heat sources, sparks, and open flames critical (required)

Inspect for proximity to heaters, charging equipment, welding areas, smoking areas, or other ignition sources.

Yes No N/A

Aisles and access paths to battery storage are unobstructed

Access routes remain clear for inspection, handling, and emergency response.

Yes No N/A

Storage conditions are cool, dry, and protected from direct sunlight

Check for environmental conditions that could increase battery degradation or fire risk.

Yes No N/A

Battery Condition, Quarantine, and Damaged Battery Handling

Damaged or defective batteries are segregated from serviceable inventory critical (required)

Verify a clearly defined quarantine or hold area is used for suspect batteries.

Yes No N/A

Damaged battery containers are non-conductive and suitable for isolation critical (required)

Check that damaged units are stored in appropriate containers or packaging to reduce short-circuit and fire risk.

Yes No N/A

Damaged batteries are labeled and dated for disposition

Labels identify the battery as damaged, defective, or for quarantine, with date and responsible department if applicable.

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Employees follow a documented procedure for swollen, leaking, hot, or smoking batteries critical (required)

Procedure covers isolation, notification, evacuation if needed, and escalation to a competent person or supervisor.

Yes No N/A

Damaged battery handling training is current for affected staff

Verify training records for personnel who receive, store, move, or quarantine batteries.

Yes No N/A

Labeling, Packaging, and Housekeeping

Battery cartons and pallets are intact and not visibly damaged

Check for crushed cartons, punctures, tears, or signs of mishandling that could expose cells or terminals.

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Terminals are protected from short-circuit contact where applicable critical (required)

Verify terminal protection, original packaging, or other controls are in place for loose or unpackaged batteries.

Yes No N/A

Battery types and hazard labels are visible and legible

Labels identify battery chemistry or hazard warnings as required by site procedure and shipping or storage rules.

Yes No N/A

Housekeeping prevents accumulation of trash, dust, and combustible debris

Inspect floors, racks, and adjacent surfaces for combustible buildup or clutter.

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No evidence of leaking electrolyte, bulging cells, or heat discoloration in storage critical (required)

Look for odor, residue, swelling, discoloration, or other signs of battery failure.

Yes No N/A

Fire Protection and Emergency Response Readiness

Fire extinguishers are present, accessible, and inspected critical (required)

Verify extinguishers are mounted, unobstructed, and within the required inspection interval.

Yes No N/A

Emergency exits and evacuation routes are clear from the battery storage area critical (required)

Routes must remain unobstructed and usable during a battery incident.

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Emergency contact numbers and incident reporting instructions are posted

Posting should include supervisor, EHS, emergency services, and site-specific escalation contacts.

Yes No N/A

Employees know the response steps for a battery fire, smoke, or thermal event critical (required)

Verify awareness of isolation, evacuation, notification, and when to call emergency services.

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Emergency response equipment and procedures are reviewed with staff

Confirm drills, toolbox talks, or refresher training have been completed for the area.

Yes No N/A

Documentation, Training, and Corrective Actions

Written storage and damaged battery handling procedure is available critical (required)

Procedure should address receipt, storage, segregation, quarantine, and emergency escalation.

Yes No N/A

Relevant employees have current training records

Training covers storage hazards, damaged battery recognition, and emergency response expectations.

Yes No N/A

Open deficiencies have assigned corrective actions and due dates

Document the responsible owner, target completion date, and interim controls for each non-conformance.

Yes No N/A

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Run: Warehouse Lithium Battery Storage Audit

Storage Area Segregation and Layout

Battery Condition, Quarantine, and Damaged Battery Handling

Labeling, Packaging, and Housekeeping

Fire Protection and Emergency Response Readiness

Documentation, Training, and Corrective Actions

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