Translations:Lead acid battery/68/en

Lead acid batteries contain lead and acid, both of which are hazardous if they come into contact with the skin or are ingested. Installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting lead acid battery banks requires that appropriate personal protective equipment is worn at all times with the bare minimum being eye protection and gloves. Baking soda and water should always be stored in case of contact with the acidic electrolyte solution or if a spill were to occur. Baking soda is a basic substance, which is the opposite of an acid, and will work to neutralize the hazardous effects of the acid. Water works to dilute the acid and wash it away to minimize damage. If acid comes into contact with eyes or skin, baking soda can be applied and then area should be washed thoroughly and continuously for at least 15 minutes to dilute and remove the acid. If electrolyte solution comes into contact with clothing, it should also be neutralized with baking soda and diluted or else it will eat away the clothing. It is a good practice to store the appropriate personal protective equipment, baking soda, and water in the same location where with the batteries. After working with lead acid batteries, even if gloves were used, hands should be washed thoroughly to remove lead with which they may have accidentally come into contact.