Fire Precautions When Working With Batteries
Do not smoke in battery charging areas.
Prevent open flames, sparks or electric arcs in battery charging areas.
Charge batteries in a well ventilated area.
Do not strike the sides of the battery with any spark producing item.
Keep tools and other metallic objects away from uncovered batteries.
Have an ABC dry chemical fire extinguisher in charging areas or readily available when “Jump Starting” a battery.