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Government Regulations
1997 UFC UNIFORM FIRE CODE
Article 64
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6401.1 |
Stationary lead-acid battery systems having a liquid capacity of more than 100 gallons (378.5L) in buildings with sprinklers or 50 gallons (189.3L) in buildings without sprinklers, used for facility standby power, emergency power or uninterrupted power supplies shall be in accordance with Article 64. |
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6402.2 |
SAFETY VENTING: Batteries shall be provided with safety venting caps |
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6404.4 |
SPILL CONTROL: Each rack of batteries, or group of racks, shall be provided with a liquid-tight, 4-inch (101.6mm) spill control barrier which extends at least 1-inch (25.4mm) beyond the battery rack in all directions |
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6404.5 |
NEUTRALIZATION: An approved method to neutralize all spilled electrolyte shall be provided. The method shall be capable of neutralizing a spill from the largest lead-acid battery to a ph between 7.0 and 9.0. |
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6404.7 |
SIGNS: Doors into rooms or buildings containing stationary lead-acid battery systems shall be provided with approved signs. The signs shall state that the room contains lead-acid battery systems, that the battery room contains energized electrical circuits and that the battery electrolyte solutions are corrosive liquids. |
Article 64 - Appendix to the 1998 Supplements
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6401.64-97-1 |
This change clarifies that the article applies to all battery types, including gel cell batteries. The definition of "lead acid battery" includes all "electro chemical cells interconnected to a supply of nominal voltage of DC power..." |
The following occupational safety, environmental protection, building and fire codes address hazardous spills. Be aware that these contain more than just guidelines, but regulations that not only assure the protection of our health and environment, but impose penalties for non compliance.
Stationary electrolyte battery systems are required to have a spill containment system that is at least 4 inches high and be of sufficient size to contain all of the electrolyte from the largest battery in the containment area.
When spill barriers are properly installed along with acid-resistant floor coatings, a liquid-tight, acid-resistant containment reservoir is created that meets the requirements of the Uniform Fire Code.
OSHA OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY and HEALTH
Code of Federal Regulation Title 29
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Employee and Fire Prevention Plans |
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Compliance Guidelines |
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Health Hazard Definitions (MANDATORY) |
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Hazard Determination (MANDATORY) |
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Guidelines for Employer Compliance (ADVISORY) |
EPA ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
Code of Federal Regulation, Title 40
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EPA Accidental Release Prevention Requirements and Risk Management Programs SECTION 112(r) |
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EPA Regulations for Emergency Planning and Notification Under CERCLA |
New regulations will make it necessary for companies
with large battery systems to have spill control systems.
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