CHANGING AND RECHARGING BATTERIES:
- Changing and/or charging must be located in areas designated for that purpose.
- Area must have facilities to flush and neutralize spilled electrolyte.
- Eyewashes and showers must be available.
- Must have adequate fire protection.
- “No smoking” in charging area.
- Must protect chargers from vehicle damage.
- Open battery cover or compartment to dissipate heat.
- Prevent any open flames, sparks or electric arcs in battery charging areas.
- Must adequately ventilate for vapors from gassing batteries:
- Hydrogen gas emitted
- Very flammable
- Overhead hoist or equivalent must be used to handle batteries.
- Wear appropriate PPE.
- A carboy tilter or siphon must be provided for handling electrolyte.
- Pour acid into water, not vice versa.