Battery - Safety Data Sheet

Wet Flooded Lead-Acid Battery
Safety Data Sheet
according to Regulation (EU) 2015/830
EN (English)
3/13
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1. Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
:
If a battery ruptures, move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of mist. If breathing is
irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek
medical attention immediately.
First-aid measures after skin contact
:
Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing,
including shoes, after flushing has begun. If a battery ruptures, do not rub or scratchexposed
skin.
First-aid measures after eye contact
:
Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and
easy to do. Continue rinsing. If battery ruptures, do not rub or scratch exposed eye.
First-aid measures after ingestion
:
If solution of a battery chemicals have been swallowed and the person is conscious, give one
glass of water. Do NOT induce vomiting. Vomiting may occur spontaneously. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get immediate medical attention.
4.2. Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms/injuries after inhalation
:
If a battery ruptures, may be harmful or fatal if inhaled in a confined area. May cause severe
irritation and burns of the nose, throat and respiratory tract.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact
:
Direct contact with internal components of a battery can be severely irritating to the skin and
may result in redness, swelling, burns and severe skin damage. Skin contact may aggravate an
existing dermatitis condition. Skin contact may aggravate dermatitis.
Symptoms/injuries after eye contact
:
If a battery ruptures, direct contact with the liquid or exposure to vapours or mists may cause
tearing, redness, swelling, corneal damage and irreversible eye damage. May cause severe
burns.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion
:
Severe irritation or burns to the mouth, throat, oesophagus, and stomach. May be fatal if
swallowed.
4.3. Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
No additional information available
SECTION 5: Firefighting measures
5.1. Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
:
Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. If a battery ruptures, use dry
chemical, soda ash, lime, sand or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
:
None known.
5.2. Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard
:
Lead compounds and sulfuric acid fume may be released during a fire involving the product.
Battery may rupture due to pressure buildup when exposed to excessive heat and may be
result in the release of corrosive materials.
5.3. Advice for firefighters
Protective equipment for firefighters
:
Use self-contained breathing apparatus and chemically protective clothing.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1. Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures
:
Avoid contact with spilled material. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless
wearing appropriate protective equipment.
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Protective equipment
:
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Emergency procedures
:
Evacuate area.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment
:
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
Emergency procedures
:
Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.2. Environmental precautions
No additional information available
6.3. Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
For containment
:
Contain any spills with dikes or absorbents to prevent migration and entry into sewers or
streams.