Inspecting Battery Shipment; General; Visible External Damage - EnerSys PowerSafe Data Safe Operation & Maintenance Manual

3.0

INSPECTING BATTERY SHIPMENT

3.1

General

Precautions have been taken to pack the cells/battery units for shipment to ensure its safe
arrival. However, upon receipt, you should inspect for evidence of damage that may have
occurred during transit.
3.2

Visible External Damage

IMMEDIATELY upon delivery (while the carrier representative is still on-site), inventory all
materials against the Bill of Lading and inspect for visible external damage.
Check material quantities received against the Bill of Lading, including the number of battery
pallets and the number of accessory boxes.
Note any:
•
damage to packing material.
•
wetness or stains, indicating electrolyte leakage.
If damage is noted:
1. Make a descriptive notation on the delivery receipt before signing.
2. Request an inspection by the carrier.
3. File a damage report.
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During inspections, take precautions against electrical shock.
You are handling LIVE batteries.
WARNING
Publication No. US-FL-IOM-002 January 2007