Avoid subjecting battery terminals to excessive twisting forces. EWU EH&S SOP of 6 6/17/14ģ Tighten cable clamp nuts with the proper size wrench.
#BATTERY HANDLING CRACKED#
Inspect for defective cables, loose connections, corrosion, cracked cases or covers, loose hold-downs and deformed or loose terminal posts. Keep metal tools and other metallic objects away from batteries. Turn off the charger before disconnecting the cables from the battery. If water is added, use distilled water, not tap water. Fill sulfuric acid (electrolyte) to the prescribed level before charging to reduce the possibility of the electrolyte heating up excessively. Rinse off batteries and clean terminals before recharging. Carefully attach the clamps in proper polarity to the battery. Unplug or turn the charger off before attaching or removing the clamp connections. Properly maintained vent caps will reduce the chance of electrolyte spray. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for charging rates, connections and vent plug adjustment. Do not attempt to recharge a frozen or damaged battery. CHARGING BATTERIES Charge batteries in a designated, well-ventilated area. Keep tools and other metallic objects (including jewellery) away from the tops of batteries. Neutralize spilled or splashed sulfuric acid solution with a baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) solution, and rinse the spill area with clean water. Wash yourself with soap and water immediately after servicing a battery. Then rinse the apron to remove any battery acid that may have contaminated it. HANDLING BATTERIES AND BATTERY ACID Rinse off your gloves well before removing them. Transport the victim to an emergency care facility immediately.
Discard contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods. If the acid has moved to those areas or the act of washing causes the acid water to move into those areas then the undergarments should also be removed. Remember, acid will collect in the waistband of underwear and tops of socks. Under running water, remove contaminated clothing, shoes and leather goods (e.g., watchbands, belts). Wear chemical protective gloves, if necessary. Those assisting should avoid direct contact with contaminated areas. If necessary, keep emergency vehicle waiting. EWU EH&S SOP of 6 6/17/14Ģ If irritation persists, repeat flushing.
#BATTERY HANDLING SKIN#
If the skin is splashed with acid, As quickly as possible, flush the contaminated area with lukewarm, gently flowing water for at least 30 minutes. Quickly transport the victim to an emergency care facility. Those assisting should avoid direct contact. Take care not to rinse contaminated water into the unaffected eye or onto the face. If necessary, keep the emergency vehicle waiting. Neutral saline solution may be used as soon as it is available. Immediately flush the contaminated eye(s) with clean, lukewarm, gently flowing water for at least 30 minutes, while holding the eyelid(s) open.
If battery acid is splashed into eyes or on skin do the following: If the eyes are splashed with acid, Use an emergency eyewash/shower station if solution is splashed into the eyes. Sulfuric acid is very corrosive to human tissues. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES BATTERY ACID CONTACT Battery acid is composed of sulfuric acid. Only work with or charge batteries if you have been trained to do so. Use a battery carrier to lift a battery, or place hands at opposite corners. Batteries can weigh about 14 to 27 kg (30 to 60 lb) so practice safe lifting and carrying procedures to prevent back injuries. A face shield (with safety goggles) may also be necessary. Always wear splash-proof goggles and protective clothing (gloves and aprons). It can destroy clothing and burn the eyes and skin. Use extreme care to avoid spilling or splashing the sulfuric acid solution. An electrolyte is a general term used to describe a non-metallic substance like acids such as sulfuric acid or salts that can conduct electricity when dissolved in water. When talking about lead-acid batteries, people usually call sulfuric acid "battery acid" or the "electrolyte". 1 INTRODUCTION Lead-acid batteries contain sulfuric acid and only trained and authorized personnel should handle them.
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