How to Safely Clean and Prevent Battery Corrosion
Essential Safety Precautions Working with any battery, especially a lead-acid car battery, demands adherence to strict safety protocols to avoid chemical burns or electrical
Warning: Follow all safety instructions when handling batteries! Always wear safety glasses and a face shield when working on or near batteries. All batteries generate explosive hydrogen gas. Keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away from batteries at all times. Do not connect or disconnect “live” circuits.
Always wear safety glasses and a face shield whenworking on or near batteries. All batteries generate explosive hydrogen gas. Keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away from batteries at all times. Do notconnect or disconnect “live” circuits. To avoid creatingsparks, always turn charging and testing equipment off beforeattaching or removing clamps.
Refer to owner's manual for manufacturer's recommended procedure. Shield eyes and face at all times...Never lean directly over battery when testing, jump starting or performing other maintenance. Be sure vent caps are tight and level. Place a damp rag over the vent caps of both batteries. Be sure vehicles do not touch each other.
Battery room safety is not a checkbox—it's an ongoing commitment to protecting lives, equipment, and infrastructure. From proper ventilation and gas detection to chemical containment and regulatory compliance, each component plays a vital role in minimizing risk.
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