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Document ID (ISN)21656
CIS number 74-1555
Year 1972
Convention or series no.
Title Lead-acid storage batteries.
Bibliographic information Data Sheet 635, National Safety Council, 425 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, Illinois 60611, USA, 1972. 9p. Illus. 6 ref. Price: US-$0.50.
Abstract Discusses the construction and use of motor-car and industrial batteries of this type. Safe working methods include: avoiding ignition sources; vent cap maintenance; safe lifting procedures; determining hazardous areas; ventilation; acid neutralisation and removal. Treatment of acid burns, personal protective equipment, showers and eye-wash fountains are also dealt with.
Descriptors (primary) USA; sulfuric acid; explosion hazards; storage batteries
Descriptors (secondary) hydrogen; sources of ignition; manual lifting; maintenance; battery charging; explosive atmospheres; neutralizers; elimination of spills; emergency showers; chemical burns; first aid; personal protective equipment; directive; mechanical ventilation
Document type F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards
Subject(s) Other equipment and plant
Broad subject area(s)
Browse category(ies) Explosions
Inorganic sulfur compounds
Inorganic substances