Workshop: Fire prevention for lithium-ion batteries at collection points

At the practical workshop “Fire prevention for lithium-ion batteries at collection points”, participants will learn how to handle lithium-ion batteries (LiAk) correctly at collection points. They will understand the risks involved in handling LiAk, develop measures to prevent fires and be able to respond appropriately in an emergency.

A workshop by Swiss Recycle, in close collaboration with Inobat, Swico, SENS eRecycling and Eco Serve International AG.

Target audience

• People responsible for municipal collection points
• Staff at municipal collection points
• Waste and environmental officers in municipalities, for example in the following roles:
  • Municipal construction managers
  • Department heads

Workshop objectives

After attending the workshop, staff at municipal collection points will be familiar with practical approaches and ways to handle lithium-ion batteries safely. 

Participants will gain the following skills: 

• Participants will be able to understand lithium-ion batteries from a technical perspective, distinguish them from other types of battery, and recognise their structure and form factors.
• Participants will be able to understand the framework conditions and legal requirements, recognise the risks involved in handling damaged lithium-ion batteries and act safely in an emergency.
• Participants will be able to accept and store lithium-ion batteries safely and in accordance with regulations, and manage potential risks. This helps minimise incidents and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Participants will be able to transport lithium-ion batteries safely and in accordance with regulations, from packaging through to handover.
• Participants will learn about good practices at collection points and raise customers’ awareness of how to handle batteries correctly.

Course instructors

    Chris Ruegg (Swiss Recycle, Head of training and continuing education)

Speakers

• Benny Irniger (EcoServe International AG)
• Peter Schär (Inobat)
• Roger Gnos (Swico)
• Christian Bollinger (SENS)

Cost

The course costs CHF 495.-, including course materials, refreshments and lunch.

Registration

Course dates and venues are subject to change. Participants are responsible for their own insurance.

The registration deadline is 2 November 2026. 

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