• Always wear eye protection, gloves, and old or protective clothing.
• Avoid squeezing or tipping the battery in any manner that could cause acid to spill out. In the even of a spill, flush the area immediately with water.
• Take special care not to drop the battery. Batteries are heavy and can cause personal injury. In addition, the battery case may crack, creating an acid spill.
• Never smoke when servicing a battery, or expose the battery to a spark or open flame. Charging batteries to produce hydrogen gas that can ignite and cause an explosion.
• Remove all jewelry. A ring, watch or other metal object that creates a short between the positive battery terminal and ground can cause explosive sparks or serious burns. For the same reason, never place metal tools near, or on top of, the battery.
• Always wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water after handling a battery. This will dilute and neutralize any acid with which yo may have come in contact.