Ohio Administrative Code
Title 4123:1 - Division of Safety and Hygiene
Chapter 4123:1-5 - Workshops and Factories
Section 4123:1-5-21 - Storage batteries

Universal Citation: OH Admin Code 4123:1-5-21

Current through all regulations passed and filed through September 16, 2024

(A) Battery charging areas will be designated for that purpose.

(B) Employees will be instructed that:

(1) When charging batteries, acid will be poured into water; water will not be poured into acid;

(2) When charging batteries, make certain vent caps are functioning: keep vent caps in place to avoid electrolyte spray, and open covers to dissipate heat; and

(3) Smoking and open flames are not permitted.

(C) In designated battery charging and changing areas the employer will:

(1) Provide personal protective equipment as specified in rule 4123:1-5-17 of the Administrative Code;

(2) Provide fire protection;

(3) Provide protection to charging apparatus to prevent damage by trucks;

(4) Provide adequate ventilation for exhausting fumes;

(5) Provide racks, when needed for support, made of nonconductive materials with dielectric properties the equivalent of dry wood or made of other material coated or covered to achieve that objective;

(6) Provide material handling equipment, such as a conveyor, hoist, or similar equipment, for handling large batteries, such as those used in electrically powered industrial trucks;

(7) Provide a carboy tilter or siphon for handling electrolyte;

(8) Provide "no smoking" and "no open flames" signs .

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