46 C.F.R. § 183.354
Battery installations.
Cite as 46 C.F.R. § 183.354 (2026)
(a)
Large batteries.
Each large battery installation must be located in a locker, room or enclosed box solely dedicated to the storage of batteries. Ventilation must be provided in accordance with § 111.15-10 in subchapter J of this chapter. Electrical equipment located within the battery enclosure must be approved by an independent laboratory for Class I, Division 1, Group B hazardous locations and meet § 111.105 in subchapter J of this chapter.
(b)
Small batteries.
Each small battery installation must be located in a well ventilated space and protected from falling objects. A small battery installation must not be in a closet, storeroom or similar space.
- Cross-references to the CFR
- 111.105111.15-10