Safety data sheet

SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Emergency and First Aid
Procedures
Contact with internal components if battery is opened/broken.
1. Inhalation Remove to fresh air and provide medical oxygen/CPR if needed. Obtain medical attention.
2. Eyes Immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes, hold eyelids open. Obtain medical attention.
3. Skin Flush contacted area with large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and obtain medical attention if
necessary.
4. Ingestion Do not induce vomiting. If conscious drink large amounts of water/milk. Obtain medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
SECTION 5 - FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Flash Point – Not
Applicable
Flammable Limits in Air % by Volume:
Not Applicable
Extinguishing Media – Class ABC, CO
2
,
Halon
Auto-Ignition 675°F (polypropylene)
Temperature
Special Fire Fighting
Procedures
Lead/acid batteries do not burn, or burn with difficulty. Do not use water on fires where molten metal is present. Extinguish fire with agent
suitable for surrounding combustible materials. Cool exterior of battery if exposed to fire to prevent rupture. The acid mist and vapors generated
by heat or fire are corrosive. Use NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective equipment operated in positive-
pressure mode.
Unusual Fire and
Explosion Hazards
Sulfuric acid vapors are generated upon overcharge and polypropylene case failure. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid open flames/sparks/other
sources of ignition near battery.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Procedures for Cleanup. Avoid contact with any spilled material. Contain spill, isolate hazard area, and deny entry. Limit site access to emergency responders. Neutralize
with sodium bicarbonate, soda ash, lime or other neutralizing agent. Place battery in suitable container for disposal. Dispose of contaminated material in accordance with
applicable local, state and federal regulations. Sodium bicarbonate, soda ash, sand, lime or other neutralizing agent should be kept on-site for spill remediation.
Personal Precautions: Acid resistant aprons, boots and protective clothing. ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields/face shield recommended.
Environmental Precautions: Lead and its compounds and sulfuric acid can pose a severe threat to the environment. Contamination of water, soil and air should be
prevented.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions to be Taken
in Handling and Storage
Store away from reactive materials, open flames and sources of ignition as defined in Section 10 – Stability and Reactivity Data. Store
batteries in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas. Batteries should be stored under roof for protection against adverse weather conditions. Avoid
damage to containers.
Other Precautions GOOD PERSONAL HYGIENE AND WORK PRACTICES ARE MANDATORY. Refrain from eating, drinking or smoking in work areas.
Thoroughly wash hands, face, neck and arms, before eating, drinking and smoking. Work clothes and equipment should remain in designated
lead contaminated areas, and never taken home or laundered with personal clothing. Wash soiled clothing, work clothes and equipment
before reuse.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory
Protection
(Specify Type)
None required under normal conditions. Acid/gas NIOSH approved respirator is required when the PEL is exceeded or employee experiences
respiratory irritation.
Ventilation Store and handle in dry ventilated
area.
Local
Exhaust
When PEL is exceeded. Mechanical
(General)
Not Applicable
Protective
Gloves
Wear rubber or plastic acid resistant gloves. Eye Protection ANSI approved safety glasses with side shields/face shield recommended
Other Protective
Clothing or
Equipment
Safety shower and eyewash.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point: Not Applicable Vapor Not Applicable
Pressure
Specific 1.250-1.320 pH <2
Gravity
Melting Point: >320°F (polypropylene)
Percent Volatile Not Applicable
By Volume
Vapor Hydrogen: 0.069 (Air =1)
Density Electrolyte: 3.4 @ STP (Air = 1)
Evaporation Not applicable
Rate
Solubility 100% soluble (electrolyte)
In water
Reactivity in Water Electrolyte – Water Reactive (1)
Appearance and Odor: Battery: Co-polymer polypropylene, solid; may be contained within an outer casing of aluminum or steel. Case has metal terminals.
Lead: Gray, metallic, solid; brown/grey oxide
Electrolyte: Odorless, liquid absorbed in glass mat material.
No apparent odor.
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid overcharging and smoking, or sparks near battery surface. High temperatures-cases decompose at >320°F.
Incompatibility
(Materials to Avoid)
Sparks, open flames, keep battery away from strong oxidizers.
Hazardous
Decomposition Products
Combustion can produce carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide.
Hazardous
Polymerization
Hazardous Polymerization has not been reported.