navmc dir 5100.8 marine corps occupational safety and ... - US Navy

MARCOR OSH PROGRAM MANUAL 17008use water if a shock hazard exists from high voltage electricalequipment in the immediate vicinity of the fire.(2) Do not use MET-L-X (for use on metal fires) fireextinguishers to extinguish a fire in lithium battery storageareas. MET-L-X fire extinguishers (i.e., NSN 4210-00-580-9191)will not extinguish a lithium battery fire due to its extremelyhigh temperature, and they may fuel the fire with a violentreaction.(3) Do not use halon fire extinguishers to extinguishfire in lithium battery storage areas.c. Toxic Gases. Lithium batteries will release toxic gasesif they vent. These gases are highly corrosive and may injurepersonnel at concentrations as low as 10 parts per million (ppm)in ambient air (equivalent to a one-second inhalation).d. Hazardous Waste. In general, lithium batteries shouldbe considered hazardous waste when no longer suitable for use.Some lithium batteries are manufactured with a completedischarge device (CDD). Lithium batteries with this device may,if the CDD is discharged during military training or operations,be managed and disposed of as non-hazardous solid waste afterthe discharge is complete. To discharge a lithium battery,press the CDD and store the battery in a cool, dry, ventilatedfacility or area for 5 days until the discharge is complete. Ifa lithium battery is no longer suitable for use and the CDD hasnot been discharged during military training or operations, theCDD will not be discharged unless regulatory authorityauthorizes the activity.e. Chemical Burn. Lithium batteries will release toxicchemicals if they leak, vent, or rupture from internaloverpressure due to short-circuiting, voltage reversal, or heat.These chemicals are highly corrosive and may cause grave injuryto personnel. When handling batteries that have leaked, vented,or ruptured, use personal protective equipment (e.g., chemicalresistant gloves).17-11