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4.1.5 Self-protection of the first aider:
If artificial respiration is required use a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper
respiratory medical device.
Section 5: Firefighting measures
5.1
5.1.1
Extinguishing media:
Suitable extinguishing media:
CO2, dry chemical or foam
Unsuitable extinguishing media:
Avoid using water
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture.
Hazardous combustion products:
Lead portion of battery will likely produce toxic metal fume, vapor or dust.
Advice for fire-fighters:
If batteries are on charge, shut off power. Do not allow metallic materials to simultaneously contact
negative and positive terminals of cells and ba
tteries.
Wear a positive pressure self-contained
breathing apparatus (SCBA). Structural
fire fighters’
protective
clothing will only provide limited protection.
Additional information:
Highly flammable hydrogen gas is generated during charging and operation of batteries. Water applied to
electrolyte generates heat and causes it to splatter.
5.1.2
5.2
5.2.1
5.3
5.4
Section 6: Accidental release measures
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
For non-emergency personnel:
Protective equipment:
Wear chemical gloves
For emergency responders
Personal protective equipment:
Wear chemical gloves, goggles, acid resistant clothing and boots, respirator if insufficient
ventilation.
Environmental precautions:
Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas. Runoff from fire control and dilution
water may be toxic
and corrosive and may cause adverse environmental impacts.
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:
For containment:
In the event of a battery rupturing; stop the leak if you can do it without risk. Absorb with earth, sand or
other non-combustible material. Cautiously neutralize spilled liquid.
For cleaning up:
Dispose of in accordance with local, State, and national regulations.
6.1
6.1.1
6.1.2
6.2
6.3
6.3.1
6.3.2
SLA SDS
Tr
ade name: Valve Regulated Lead Battery
Revision date: December 16, 2020