JLG X550AJ Operator Manual - Manual (Page 98)

SECTION 5 - EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
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Start Procedure;
In the event of electrolyte release from the cells, proceed as
follows:
1. Evacuate the people exposed to fumes from the area.
2. Air the environment until the complete removal of the cell
and until the characteristic pungent odour has disap-
peared.
3. If the cell is too hot, allow it to cool to ambient tempera-
ture before handling it (see “Procedure For Handling Hot
Cells” on page 16).
4. Wear safety equipment: coat, gloves, mask and filters,
and move the cell to a well-ventilated area.
5. Place every cell in a sealable plastic bag and remove the
excess air, then seal the bag.
6. Place a cup of vermiculite in a second bag, place the first
bag in the second and seal it.
7. Place everything in a third bag with some baking soda
and seal the bag.
8. Absorb and collect the leaked electrolyte with absorbent
material or baking soda.
9. Place the absorbent material in a bag and seal it.
10. Clean the area with plenty of water.
11. Dispose of the hazardous material in accordance with
the local legislation in force.
First Aid In The Event Of Contact With The Electrolyte
EYES
Immediately wash the eyes in abundant running water for at
least 15 minutes, keeping the eyelids open and flushing the
eye and back of the eyelid. Immediately seek medical help.
SKIN
Wash in cold water under a shower, remove contaminated
garments. Continue washing for at least 15 minutes. Seek
medical help where necessary.
RESPIRATORY TRACT
Move the person(s) outdoors into the open air. If the per-
son(s) has difficulty breathing, have oxygen administered by
trained personnel. If breathing stops, apply mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation and immediately seek emergency medical help.