Forklift Battery Safety Checklist

Use the checklist to make sure that your batteries and the surrounding areas are safe.

Lead Acid Battery Safety Checklist

Battery charging installation located in the area designated for that purpose.

Facilities provided for flushing and neutralizing spilled electrolyte.

Facilities provided for fire protection.

Facilities provided for protecting charging apparatus from damage by trucks.

Adequate ventilation for dispersal of fumes from gassing batteries.

A conveyor, overhead hoist, or equivalent material handling equipment provided for handling batteries.

Reinstalled batteries are properly positioned and secured in truck.

A carboy tilter or siphon shall be provided for handling electrolyte.

Smoking is prohibited in the charging area.

Racks and trays are substantial and are treated to make them resistant to electrolyte.

Floors are of acid resistant construction unless protected from acid accumulations.

Face shields, aprons, and rubber gloves are provided for workers handling acids or batteries.

Facilities provided to cleanse eyes with a minimum of 15 minutes continuous flow within 25 feet of battery areas.

Metallic objects kept away from the top of uncovered batteries.

Make sure that your batteries and chargers are safely used and stored.

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