Handling batteries
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For 30 years, Bebat has been giving used batteries a new life by collecting, sorting and recycling them.
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On average, a family has 128 batteries in the house, of which 29 are used. So look for all your used batteries and store them in the Bebat collection cube. Bring them in regularly at a collection point near you.
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Handling batteries
Collecting & Safety
First aid for children and batteries
Small children often do not realize that batteries are neither toys nor candies. What measures can you take to make your home a safe play area? And what should you do if your son or daughter nonetheless gets hold of a battery?
To ensure your home is a safe play space, you can take the following measures:
1. **Store batteries out of reach:** Keep all batteries, especially small and button batteries, in a secure place where children cannot access them.
2. **Use child-proof containers:** Store batteries in child-resistant containers to reduce the risk of children accessing them.
3. **Educate your children:** As they grow, educate your children about the dangers associated with batteries and why they should not touch or play with them.
4. **Secure battery-operated devices:** Ensure that all devices using batteries have their compartments securely closed and, if possible, screwed shut to prevent children from accessing the batteries.
If your son or daughter does manage to get hold of a battery:
1. **Remove it immediately:** If the battery is still in their hand, gently take it away from them.
2. **Check for ingestion or insertion:** If you suspect that the battery might have been swallowed or inserted into any part of the body (such as ears or nose), it is crucial to seek medical assistance immediately.
3. **Watch for symptoms:** Keep an eye on any unusual symptoms such as drooling, discomfort, coughing, or gagging, and seek medical help if observed.
4. **Visit a doctor:** Even if there are no immediate symptoms, it is advisable to consult a healthcare provider to ensure there are no internal injuries or risks.
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