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F. — EXPOSURE CONTROL METHODS
Engineering Controls
General ventilation under normal use conditions.
Eye Protection
None under normal use conditions. Wear safety glasses when handling leaking batteries.
Skin Protection
None under normal use conditions. Use neoprene, rubber or latex gloves when handling leaking batteries.
Respiratory Protection
None under normal use conditions.
Other
Keep batteries away from small children.
G. — WORK PRACTICES
Handling and Storage
Store at room temperature. Avoid mechanical or electrical abuse. DO NOT short or install incorrectly.
Batteries may explode, pyrolize or vent if disassembled, crushed, recharged or exposed to high temperatures.
Install batteries in accordance with equipment instructions. Do not mix battery systems, such as alkaline and
zinc carbon, in the same equipment. Replace all batteries in equipment at the same time. Do not carry
batteries loose in pocket or bag. Do not remove battery tester or battery label.
Normal Clean Up
Not applicable
Waste Disposal Methods
Individual consumers may dispose of spent (used) batteries with household trash. Duracell does not
recommend that spent batteries be accumulated (quantities of five gallons or more should be disposed of in a
secure landfill), in accordance with appropriate federal, state and local regulations. Do not incinerate, since
batteries may explode at excessive temperatures.
GMEL#
2002.8