How should FedEx handle shipments of batteries that are past their 'best by' date or not new?

• A. They should be shipped if they are functioning.
• B. They can be shipped domestically only.
• C. They require special approval from hazmat team.
• D. They should not be shipped if they are damaged or recalled; follow hazmat policy.

Answer: (D)

Batteries must be shipped under hazmat rules and only when they’re in proper, safe condition. If a battery is past its best-by date or not new, there’s a higher risk that its performance or safety could be compromised. The safety-first principle is that damaged or recalled batteries should not be shipped, and shipments must follow the hazmat policy for proper packaging, labeling, and documentation. This is why the correct approach is not to ship in these cases and to adhere strictly to hazmat requirements. Other options would either ignore the safety implications (shipping just because it “works” or limiting to domestic shipments) or imply a special approval step, which isn’t the standard practice when a battery is damaged, recalled, or not in a compliant condition.