SDS

Valve Regulated Lead Battery
Revision Date 10-Jul-2018
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Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool/low-temperature, well-ventilated place away from heat and ignition sources.
Batteries should be stored under roof for protection against adverse weather conditions.
Place cardboard between layers of stacked batteries to avoid damage and short circuits.
Store batteries on an impervious surface.
Storage class:
Class 8B: Non-flammable corrosive materials.
Incompatible materials
Sulfuric acid: Contact with combustible and organic materials may cause fire and
explosion. Also reacts violently with strong reducing agents, metals, sulfur trioxide, strong
oxidizers and water. Contact with metals may product toxic sulfur dioxide fumes and may
release flammable hydrogen gas.
Lead compounds: Avoid contact with strong bases, acids, combustible organic materials,
halides, halogenates, potassium nitrate, permanganate, peroxides, nascent hydrogen,
reducing agents and water.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
Exposure Guidelines
This product, as supplied, contains the following hazardous materials with occupational
exposure limits established by the region-specific regulatory bodies.
Chemical Name
ACGIH TLV
OSHA PEL
NIOSH IDLH
Powdered Lead
7439-92-1
TWA: 0.05 mg/m
3
TWA: 0.05
mg/m
3
Pb
TWA: 50 µg/m
3
TWA: 50 µg/m
3
Pb
IDLH: 100 mg/m
3
IDLH: 100
mg/m
3
Pb
TWA: 0.050 mg/m
3
TWA: 0.050
mg/m
3
Pb
Sulfuric Acid
7664-93-9
TWA: 0.2 mg/m
3
thoracic
particulate matter
TWA: 1 mg/m
3
(vacated) TWA: 1 mg/m
3
IDLH: 15 mg/m
3
TWA: 1 mg/m
3
Appropriate engineering controls
Engineering Controls
The health hazard risks of handling this material are dependent on factors, such as physical
form and quantity. Site-specific risk assessments should be conducted to determine the
appropriate exposure control measures. Good general ventilation should be used.
Ventilation rates should be matched to conditions. If applicable, use process enclosures,
local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne levels below
recommended exposure limits. If exposure limits have not been established, maintain
airborne levels as low as reasonably achievable.
Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment
Eye/Face Protection
In laboratory, medical or industrial settings, safety glasses with side shields are highly
recommended. The use of goggles or full face protection may be required depending on the
industrial exposure setting. Contact a health and safety professional for specific information.
Skin and Body Protection
Wear appropriate gloves. No skin protection is ordinarily required under normal conditions
of use. In accordance with industrial hygiene practices, if contact with leaking battery is
expected precautions should be taken to avoid skin contact. Under severe exposure or
emergency conditions, wear acid-resistant clothing and boots.
Respiratory Protection
In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.
General Hygiene Considerations
Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the
material and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking. Routinely wash work clothing and
protective equipment.