Health & Safety.
Handling and the proper use of Lead Acid Batteries are not hazardous providing sensible precautions are observed, appropriate facilities are available and personnel have been given adequate training. In according to environment protection act 1986 and battery management & Handling rule 2001 tge purpose of this guide is to: 1. Indicate the main hazards which may arise. 2. Outline the precautions to be taken to minimise such hazards. 3. Indicate the emergency actions to be taken in the event of the occurrence of a hazard. Essential Battery Safety. Label Information The following symbols are being used on all batteries and mean the following: Battery Acid •The Hazard: Batteries contain Sulphuric Acid which may leak for various reasons. Also acid may be given off as droplets and/or spray/mist during recharge. Sulphuric Acid is a corrosive and poisonous liquid which will cause burns and irritation to the skin and eyes and could severely damage clothing. • Precautions: *Always...