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SECTION 3: Hazard Identification
No hazards occur during the normal operation of a Lead Acid Battery as it is described in the instructions
for use that are provided with the Battery. Lead acid Batteries have three significant characteristics:
 They contain an electrolyte which contains diluted sulphuric acid. Sulphuric acid may cause
severe chemical burns.
 During the charging process or during operation they might develop hydrogen gas and oxygen,
which under certain circumstances may result in an explosive mixture.
 They can contain a considerable amount of energy, which may be a source of high electrical
current and a severe electrical shock in the event of a short circuit.
The Batteries have to be marked with the symbols listed under section15.
California proposition 65 warning: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds chemical know to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Battery
also contain other chemicals know to the state California to cause cancer. Wash hands after handling.
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
General:
1. Electrolyte (diluted sulphuric acid): sulphuric acid acts corrosively and damages skin
Skin/Eyes
Ingestion/Inhalation
- Rinse the affected area under running water for
15 minutes
- Remove contaminated clothing
- If irritation occurs , seek medical attention
- Do not induce vomiting
- Drink 8 oz. of water or milk
- If difficulty in breathing occurs, try moving under
fresh air and have CPR when necessary
- Seek medical attention immediately
2. Lead compounds: lead compounds are classified as toxic for reproduction (if swallowed)
APPEARANCE AND ODOR: Colorless, Oily Fluid, Vapors are Colorless; Acrid odor when hot or
charging
RATING CODES: 0=Insignificant 1=Slight 2=Moderate 3=High 4=Extreme
HMIS RATING:
Health: 3
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 2
Other: 0
NFPA RATING:
Health: 3
Flammability: 0
Reactivity: 2
Other: 0
Sulfuric acid is water-reactive if concentrated