Battery Room

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6.5.5 BATTERY ROOM

There are no special requirements for the type of fixtures or other electrical equipment used in the

battery room, with proper ventilation. (See NEC 480-8 and Figure 6-4)

NEC Section 480-8

OSHA Section 29 CFR 1910.305 (j) (7)

Figure 6-4. With proper ventilation there are no special requirements for wiring and equipment installed in

battery rooms per NEC 480-8.

6.5.6 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

Personal protective equipment (PPE) capable of protecting employees from acid splashes shall be

used by those working on or servicing batteries. The minimum acceptable PPE shall include acid-

resistant gloves, aprons, and chemical-splash goggles. A full-face shield may also be used; it shall

not, however, be worn in place of goggles.

The design and use of PPE for wear when servicing batteries shall comply with the requirements of

29 CFR 1910.132, .133, and .136. See NESC, Rule 146 and IEEE 450, Section 4.2.2. For information

on safety showers and eyewash stations, see 29 CFR l910.151(c) and 1910.178(g)(2).

6.5.7 TOOLS

Tools used for working on batteries shall be insulated or nonsparking.

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