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Where should batteries be installed in a substation?

Batteries installed in unit substations, electrical equipment rooms and instrument rack rooms shall comply with the requirements of this section, Main Substation Design and Unit Substation Design. In these locations, stainless steel hoods vented to the outside shall be installed over batteries.

What are the standards for battery installation & maintenance?

AS 2676 - Installation and maintenance of batteries in buildings. AS 3011 - Electrical installations - Secondary batteries installed in buildings. AS 4044 - Battery chargers for stationary batteries. ENA Doc 001-2008 National Electricity Network Safety Code.

What issues should a substation design engineer consider when installing batteries?

Hydrogen off-gassing is another issue that often arises when dealing with batteries in a substation. The design engineer should consult American Petroleum Institute Recommended Practice 500 to determine ventilation and classification requirements whenever batteries are installed indoors.

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.

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