SDS

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1084131 - Valve Regulated Lead Acid Batteries
Revision Date 22-Apr-2015
respiration. Avoid direct contact with skin. Use barrier to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
If breathing is difficult, (trained personnel should) give oxygen. Seek immediate medical
attention/advice. Delayed pulmonary edema may occur.
Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Rinse mouth immediately and drink plenty of water.
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician or poison control
center immediately.
Self-protection of the first aider
Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to
protect themselves and prevent spread of contamination. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Avoid direct contact with skin. Use barrier to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
Use personal protective equipment as required. Wear personal protective clothing (see
section 8).
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Most Important Symptoms and
Effects
Burning sensation. Lead poisoning is characterized by a metallic taste in the mouth, loss of
appetite indigestion, nausea, vomiting, constipation, sleep disturbances and overall
weakness. Severe exposures can lead to shock, circulatory collapse, and death.
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Notes to Physician
Treat symptomatically. Product is a corrosive material. Use of gastric lavage or emesis is
contraindicated. Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should be investigated. Do
not give chemical antidotes. Asphyxia from glottal edema may occur. Marked decrease in
blood pressure may occur with moist rales, frothy sputum, and high pulse pressure.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
CAUTION: Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient.
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases
and vapors.
Uniform Fire Code
Corrosive: Acid-Liquid
Toxic: Solid
Hazardous Combustion Products
Carbon oxides.
Explosion Data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact
No.
Sensitivity to Static Discharge
No.
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.
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