Certifications 2

Work Practices:
Do not remove vent caps. Follow shipping and handling instructions which are
applicable to the battery type. To avoid damage to terminals and seals, do not
double-stack industrial batteries.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
1. Respiratory Protection: None required under normal handling conditions.
During battery formation (high-rate charge condition), acid mist can be
generated which may cause respiratory irritation. Also, if acid spillage occurs
in a confined space, exposure may occur. If irritation occurs, wear a
respirator suitable for protection against acid mist.
2. Eyes and Face: Chemical splash goggles are preferred. Also acceptable
are “visor-gogs” or a chemical face shield worn over safety glasses.
3. Hands, Arms, Body: Vinyl coated, VC, gauntiet type gloves with rough
finish are preferred.
4. Other Special Clothing and Equipment: Safety shoes are recommended
when handling batteries. All footwear must meet requirements of
ANSI Z41.1 – Rev. 1972.
VIII. PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING AND USE:
1. Hygiene Practices: Following contact with internal battery components,
wash hand thoroughly before eating, drinking, or smoking.
2. Respiratory Protection: Wear safety glasses. Do not permit flames or
sparks in the vicinity of battery(s). If battery electrolyte (acid) comes in
contact with clothing, discard clothing.
3. Protective Measures:
a. Remove combustible materials and all sources of ignition. Cover sills
with soda ash (sodium carbonate) or quicklime (calcium oxide). Mix well.
Make certain mixture is neutral then collect residue and place in a drum
or other suitable container. Dispose of a hazardous waste.
b. Wear acid-resistant boots, chemical face shield, chemical splash goggles,
and acid-resistant gloves. Do not release unneutralized acid.
4. Waste Disposal Method:
a. Battery electrolyte (acid): Neutralize as above for a spill, collect residue,
and place in a drum or suitable container. Dispose of as hazardous
waste.
b. Do not flush lead contaminated acid to sewer.
c. Batteries: Send to lead smelter for reclamation following applicable
Federal, state and local regulations. Product can be recycled along with
automotive (SLI) lead acid batteries, or use CSB Recycling Program
number (800) 3CSB/USA.
5. Other Handling and Storage Precautions: None Required.