Workers exposed to toxic gases from continuously charging lead acid battery
Incident Investigation
Workers exposed to toxic gases from continuously charging lead acid battery
August 5, 2021
Electrical
Reference Number:
II-1253159-2021 (#23971)
Location: Delta
Regulated industry sector: Electrical - Extra low voltage (less than 30V)
Incident overview
A lead acid battery was left continuously charging in a beverage distribution warehouse. Fluid levels in the battery were depleted from extended charging and toxic gases were emitted into the indoor workspace. Twelve workers reported to the hospital after the incident.