SDS

NH-20140115008 Issue date: 2014-01-18 Page 3 of 6
Medical
Conditions
Generally
Aggravated by
Exposure
If battery is broken or material is spilled, then persons with the following medical conditions must take precautions: pulmonary edema,
bronchitis, emphysema, dental erosion and tracheobronchitis.
Routes of Inhalation - YES Eye Contact - YES
Entry Ingestion - YES Skin Contact - YES
Chemical(s)
Listed as
Carcinogen or
potential
Carcinogen
Proposition
65 - YES
National Toxicology
Program - YES
I.A.R.C.
Monographs - YES
OSHA - NO EPA
CAG - YES
NIOSH - YES
SECTION 4 -- FIRST AID MEASURES
Emergency
and
First Aid
Procedures
Contact with internal components if battery is opened, broken or spilled.
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
(When charging)
Hydrogen
(H
2
)
Lower
4.1%
Upper
74.2%
Extinguisher
Media
Class ABC,
CO
2,
Halon
Auto-Ignition
Temperature
Polypropylene
675
o
F
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
Hydrogen gas and sulfuric acid vapors are generated upon overcharge and polypropylene case failure. Ventilate charging areas as
per ACGIH Industrial Ventilation: A Manual of Recommended Practice and National Fire Code, 1980 Vol. 1, P. 12, B-9, 10.
Hydrogen gas may be flammable or explosive when mixed with air, oxygen, chlorine. Avoid open flames/sparks/other sources of
ignition near battery. To avoid risk of fire or explosion, keep sparks or other sources of ignition away from batteries and do not
allow metallic materials to simultaneously contact negative and positive terminals of cells and batteries. SULFURIC ACID REACTS
VIOLENTLY WITH WATER/ORGANICS.
SECTION 6 -- ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Procedures for Cleanup: Stop release, if possible. 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.
Ventilate enclosed areas.
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
Keep away from flames during and immediately after charging. Combustion or overcharging may create or liberate toxic
and hazardous gases and liquids including hydrogen, sulfuric acid mist, sulfur dioxide, sulfur trioxide, stibine, arsine and
sulfuric acid. Store batteries in cool, dry, well ventilated area. Do not short circuit battery terminals, or remove vent caps
during storage or recharging. Protect battery from physical damage.
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 or smoking. Launder soiled clothing before
reuse. Emptied batteries contain hazardous sulfuric acid residue.
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