Sulfuric Acid - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
2024年5月10日 · (Sulfuric acid) Group 1 - Carcinogenic to humans (strong inorganic mists containing sulfuric acid). American Conference for Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH): Not specifically designated. (Sulfuric acid) A2 - Suspected human carcinogen. Classification refers to sulfuric acid contained in strong inorganic acid mists.
(Sulfuric acid) Group 1 - Carcinogenic to humans (strong inorganic mists containing sulfuric acid). American Conference for Governmental Industrial Hygienists (ACGIH): Not specifically designated. (Sulfuric acid) A2 - Suspected human carcinogen. Classification refers to sulfuric acid contained in strong inorganic acid mists.
CCOHS: Battery Charging - Industrial Lead-Acid Batteries
2024年5月10日 · Flooded lead-acid batteries (e.g., used in some electric forklifts) contain an electrolyte solution of sulfuric acid and distilled water. During normal operation, the water evaporates and needs to be refilled (watered) to keep the battery operating effectively and safely. Use distilled water. Do not add sulfuric acid to the electrolyte.
CCOHS: Forklift Trucks - Batteries
2024年5月10日 · Only trained and authorized personnel should handle them. When talking about lead-acid batteries, people usually call sulfuric acid "battery acid" or the "electrolyte". An electrolyte is a general term used to describe a non-metallic substance like sulfuric acid or salts that can conduct electricity when dissolved in water.
CCOHS: Garages - Batteries - Canadian Centre for Occupational …
Lead-acid batteries can produce explosive gasses. The vent caps allow these gasses to escape during charging. Batteries should only be handled in well-ventilated areas by trained and authorized personnel. When talking about lead-acid batteries, people usually call sulfuric acid "battery acid" or the "electrolyte".
Sulfuric acid is the acid used in. lead-acid batteries (electrolyte) and it is . corrosive. Note: workers should never pour sulfuric acid into flooded lead acid batteries (included in new watering a battery section). If a worker comes in contact with sulfuric acid when watering a battery or when handling a leaky battery, it can burn and destroy ...
CCOHS: Sulfur Dioxide - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health …
2024年5月10日 · Knock down gas with fog or fine water spray. The resulting sulfuric acid solutions are very corrosive and very toxic. Dike and recover contaminated water for appropriate disposal. Other Information: Contact supplier, local fire and emergency services for help.
like sulfuric acid or salts that can conduct electricity when dissolved in water. Lead-acid batteries can produce explosive mixtures of hydrogen and oxygen gases when they are being charged. Note that in some cases, hydrogen gas has been found to interfere with
CCOHS: Chemical Profiles
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First Aid for Chemical Exposures - Canadian Centre for …
2024年5月10日 · What should a workplace do if they choose to have additional first aid procedures available? Back to top. If an employer opts to offer additional first aid measures (including over-the-counter medications, use of epinephrine auto-injectors, naloxone, etc.), it is suggested that they first seek legal counsel so that they are aware of any liability issues and to check with your local ...