WHAT ARE THE RISKS IN CHARGING AN INDUSTRIAL BATTERY?
The charging of lead-acid batteries can be hazardous. However, many workers may not see it that way since it is such a common activity in many workplaces. The two primary risks are from hydrogen gas formed when the battery is being charged and the sulfuric acid in the battery fluid. For specific guidelines regarding large industrial batteries, check with the manufacturer for recommended safe work procedures. Why is there a risk of an explosion? When batteries are being recharged, they generate hydrogen gas that is explosive in certain concentrations […]This content is for CoAction Insurance policy holders.
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