www.enersys.com Publication No. US-FL-IOM-002 January 2007
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2.3 Safety
Precautions
2.3.1
Sulfuric Acid Burns
Batteries are safe when operated and handled properly. However, they do contain sulfuric acid,
which can cause burns and other serious injuries.
Always wear protective clothing AND use the correct safety tools.
In case of
SKIN CONTACT
with sulfuric acid,
IMMEDIATELY
1.
REMOVE
contaminated
CLOTHING
2.
FLUSH
the area
THOROUGHLY
with
WATER
3.
Get
MEDICAL ATTENTION
, if required.
In case of
EYE CONTACT
with sulfuric acid,
IMMEDIATELY
1.
FLUSH THOROUGHLY
for at least 15 minutes with
large amounts of
WATER
.
2.
Get
MEDICAL ATTENTION
.
In case of sulfuric acid
CONTACT WITH CLOTHING OR
MATERIAL, IMMEDIATELY
1.
REMOVE
CONTAMINATED CLOTHING
2.
Apply a solution of sodium bicarbonate solution (1.0 lb/1.0
gal or 0.5 kg/5.0 liters of water) on the clothing or material.
3.
Apply the solution until bubbling stops, then rinse with clean
water.
NOTE:
In case of a sulfuric acid SPILL, bicarbonate of soda or an emergency spill kit
should be within the battery room in accordance with OSHA regulation
1910.178g2.
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