Workstation Recommendations
Repairs involving products containing embedded batteries should take place on designated workstations that meet the following criteria:
ESD safe and non-flammable work bench
At least 2 feet (0.6m) away from paper and or other combustible materials
Within 20 feet (6.1m) of an appropriate fire extinguisher and fire-proof safety cabinet
Recommended: 8-10 cups of sand (clean, dry, untreated) in quick pour container within arm's reach (2ft or 0.6m) on either side of the workstation
Located in an area with adequate ventilation
(Examples: near an open window, or an area served by facility's general ventilation system)