Battery cabinet on-site installation requirements

What are the safety requirements related to batteries & Battery rooms?

Employers must consider exposure to these hazards when developing safe work practices and selecting personal protective equipment (PPE). That is where Article 320, Safety Requirements Related to Batteries and Battery Rooms comes in.

How much space do you need for a battery system?

Spaces about battery systems shall comply with 110.26. Working space shall be measured from the edge of the battery cabinet, racks, or trays. For battery racks, there shall be a minimum clearance of 25 mm (1 in.) between a cell container and any wall or structure on the side not requiring access for maintenance.

What are the requirements for a battery location?

Battery locations shall conform to 480.9 (A), (B), and (C). (A) Ventilation. Provisions appropriate to the battery technology shall be made for sufficient diffusion and ventilation of gases from the battery, if present, to prevent the accumulation of an explosive mixture. (B) Live Parts. Guarding of live parts shall comply with 110.27.

Do you need documentation before entering a battery room?

It is a requirement to have all the documentation in place prior to authorized personnel entering a battery room to perform a specific work task on a battery system under normal operating conditions. However, it is likely the employee will need to enter the battery room to deal with a battery system that is not operating normally.

What are the requirements for a battery handling facility?

Floors shall be of acid resistant construction unless protected from acid accumulations. Face shields, aprons, and rubber gloves shall be provided for workers handling acids or batteries. Facilities for quick drenching of the eyes and body shall be provided within 25 feet (7.62 m) of battery handling areas.

How do I certify a battery rack for IBC 2012?

In order to meet IBC 2012, the battery rack needs to have an established SDS Level for different site classes and z/h factors, stamped drawings by a PE identifying racks as IBC 2012 certified and a certification letter(s) identifying IBC Certification and SDS Levels.