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Material Safety Data continuedIssue Level 3, Issue Date 19.02.2008- Keep all sources of ignition away from batteries.- NEVER short circuit the terminals to establish whetheror not a battery is charged.- Keep the electrolyte topped up to the correct level.- Recharge batteries at the rate recommended by themanufacturer in a well ventilated area.- Disconnect the battery before working on or near anyexposed part of the vehicle electrical system.- Store batteries upright in single layers in a well ventilatedarea, never obstruct the cell vents.- Batteries are heavy; correct lifting techniques should beemployed when lifting and handling.8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION:When there is a risk from acid splashes wear chemical gogglesor a full face visor and acid proof protective clothing includinggloves and boots.Exposure to sulphuric acid mist generated during chargingshould be controlled by good natural ventilation or by localexhaust ventilation down to the current OccupationalExposure Standard given in HSE Guidance Note EH40.Contact with lead is restricted to the battery terminals unlessthe case is damaged. Always wash the hands withsoap and warm water after handling batteries.9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES:The lead and lead compounds are in the form of solids whichcan only be exposed if the battery case is damaged. Sulphuricacid is a corrosive liquid which can escape through the cellvents if the battery is tipped over.10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY:Sulphuric acid will react violently with other acids, alkalis andoxidising agents. In some cases toxic fumes may be evolved.Chlorine gas is given off when sea water enters a lead-acidbattery, top up with pure fresh water only.11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION:SKIN CONTACT - Sulphuric acid causes severe burns andtissue destruction.EYE CONTACT - Sulphuric acid causes severe burns andtissue destruction.INGESTION - Sulphuric acid causes severe corrosion of themouth, throat and digestive tract.- Lead and lead compounds are harmful if ingested.INHALATION - Sulphuric acid mist generated during chargingcan irritate the nose, throat and upper respiratory tract.- Lead can only be inhaled if released from the batterycontainer and then reduced to a dry airborne dust. Promptdisposal of waste will prevent exposure by this route.See DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS.12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION:Lead compounds and sulphuric acid will cause “harm” asdefined in S29(5) of the Environmental Protection Act 1990.13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS:Damaged or spent batteries or residue from fires and spillagesshould be contained in closed acid proof receptacles, toprevent escape to the environment and disposed of asSpecial Waste.See REGULATORY INFORMATION.14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION:ROAD: UN NumberUN2794Proper shipping name BATTERIES, WET, FILLEDWITH ACIDADR labellingClass 8 hazard label,Corrosive substancesBatteries packaged in accordance with SP598 of ADR 3.3 areexempt from ADR regulations and do not have to be labelledfor conveyance. Batteries not complying with these specialprovisions are NOT exempt and so do have to bear the correctlabelling. Batteries do not have to be individually marked if thepallet bears the appropriate mark (UN number) and hazardclass label.SEA: UN Number UN2794IMDG Class8 CorrosiveIMDG Page 8120Packing Group 3IMDG LabelBATTERIES, WET, FILLEDWITH ACIDMFAG 700EmS 8-10AIR: UN Number UN2794Proper Ship NameBATTERIES, WET, FILLEDWITH ACIDIATA Class 8IATA Packaging Group 3IATA Label RCM CORROSIVE CLASS 815. REGULATORY INFORMATION:CHIP: No label required for supply.For conveyance see TRANSPORT INFORMATION.COSHH: Sulphuric acid mist - for occupational Exposure Limitsee HSE Guidance Note EH40.LEAD: The repair of most automotive batteries is impracticabledue to the materials and the type of construction used. Incases where repairs are possible, (e.g. the replacement of atraction battery cell), only competent persons should beallowed to undertake the work and reference should be madeto the Control of Lead at Work Regulations 2002.WASTE: All spent batteries and waste arising from spillagesand fires must be disposed of in conformance with theEnvironmental Protection Act, the Special Waste Regulations1996 and the Environmental Protection (Duty of Care)Regulations 1991.InformationYUASA - The world's leading battery manufacturer531