The primary goal of this standard is to mitigate risks associated with:

The standard covers various battery chemistries used in stationary applications, including:

To draft accurate risk assessments, safety checklists, and maintenance protocols.

Maintenance teams must use insulated hand tools.

To ensure their uninterruptible power supply (UPS) rooms comply with international safety regulations.

The standard outlines specific measures for various stages of a battery system's lifecycle: Key Safety Measures

Power backup systems rely heavily on stationary batteries. These systems operate in data centers, telecommunication hubs, and electrical substations. Ensuring the safety of these installations requires strict adherence to international standards.

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The global shift toward renewable energy, backup power systems, and electric grid stability has made stationary batteries critical infrastructure. However, large-scale energy storage systems present significant safety risks, including electrical shocks, chemical hazards, and explosion risks due to gas emission.

: Covering both vented and partially sealed configurations used in heavy industrial environments.

This standard supersedes the earlier standard, consolidating and updating requirements into a single comprehensive document.