Prevention of Blindness Society...
NETWORK NEWS
FEBRUARY 2001
Protect Your Eyes When
Jump-Starting Your Car
Thousands of eye
injuries occur each year as a result of battery fragments and corrosive acid
from exploding batteries. Explosions causing eye injuries may occur from a
number of common errors including the use of matches or cigarette lighters for
illumination; incorrect connection of jumper cables; sparks from the careless
use of tools around the battery; and smoking while working around the battery.
For information on
"How to Jump Start Your Car Battery Safely," call the Prevention of
Blindness Society at 202-234-1010. This information is printed on a bright
yellow sticker, or you may request a large-print version printed in black and
white. Please indicate your preference when calling in your request.
© 2001 Prevention of Blindness Society of the Metropolitan Area, Washington, DC. All Rights Reserved.