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Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Inorganic lead and its compounds can aggravate chronic forms of kidney, liver, and neurologic diseases. Contact of battery
electrolyte (acid) with the skin may aggravate skin diseases such as eczema and contact dermatitis. Overexposure to
sulfuric acid mist may case lung damage and aggravate pulmonary conditions.
Emergency and First Aid Procedures
Inhalation:
Sulfuric acid: Remove to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
Lead Compounds: Remove from exposure, gargle, wash nose and lips, consult physician
Ingestion:
Sulfuric acid: Do not induce vomiting, consult a physician immediately.
Lead Compounds: Consult a physician immediately
Eyes
Sulfuric acid: Flush immediately with water for 15 minutes, consult a physician.
Lead Compounds: Flush immediately with water for 15 minutes, consult a physician
Skin:
Sulfuric acid: Flush with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, remove any contaminated clothing. If
irritation develops seek medical attention.
Lead Compounds: Wash with soap and water.
Section VII—Precautions for Safe Handling and Use
Steps to Be Taken in Case Material Is Released or Spilled
There is no release of material unless the case is damaged or battery is misused/overcharged. If release occurs stop flow of
material, contain/absorb all spills with dry sand, earth, or vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials. Neutralize spilled
material with soda ash, sodium bicarbonate, lime, etc. Wear acid-resistant clothing, boots, gloves, and face shield. Dispose
of as hazardous waste. Do not discharge un-neutralized acid to sewer
Waste Disposal Method
Spent Batteries – send to secondary lead smelter for recycling. Follow applicable federal, state and local regulations
Neutralize as in preceding step. Collect neutralized material in sealed container and handle as hazardous waste as
applicable.
Precautions to Be Taken in Handling and Storing
Store batteries in a cool, dry, well ventilated area that are separated from incompatible materials and any activities which
may generate flames, sparks, or heat. Keep all metallic articles that could contact the negative and positive terminals on a
battery and create a short circuit condition.
Section VIII—Control Measure s
Respiratory Protection (Specify Type)
None required under normal conditions. If battery is overcharged and concentrations of sulfuric acid are known to exceed
PEL use NIOSH or MSHA approved respiratory protection.
Engineering Controls:
Store and handle batteries in a well ventilated area. If mechanical ventilation is used, components must be acid resistant
Protective Gloves
None needed under normal conditions. If battery case is
damaged use rubber or plastic gloves with elbow length
gauntlet.
Eye Protection
None needed under normal conditions. IF handling
damaged or broken batteries use chemical splash goggles
or face shield.
Other Protective Clothing or Equipment
None needed under normal conditions. In case of damaged or broken battery use an acid resistant apron. Under severe
exposure or emergency conditions wear acid resistant clothing.
Work/Hygienic Practices
Handle batteries carefully to avoid damaging the case. Do not allow metallic articles to contact the battery terminals during
handling. Avoid contact with the internal components of the battery.