Crown Electric Forklift Long Beach

Forklift Battery Dangers

The best choice of forklifts for lots of supply outlets or warehouses are electric models that are required to transport equipment and heavy items into and out off storage. These machinery are battery powered with big batteries allowing the lifting of heavy loads. Usually, warehouse personnel are responsible for recharging the batteries or swapping them out during a shift. Although these batteries have been developed and designed with safety at the forefront, there are still several issues a handler has to be aware of and stuff to be avoided when near the batteries.



Weight

Depending upon the type, some forklift batteries could weigh as much as 2000 lbs. or 1 ton, even more. Clearly, these extreme weight factors need mechanical assistance in order to safely charge and change the battery. Approximately 50 percent of all injuries related to forklift batteries result from incorrect lifting and moving these heavy pieces of equipment. Sometimes jacks, specialized carts, or even other forklifts are utilized so as to transport and move heavy batteries. The overall success of utilizing these pieces of machinery depends on how safely the handler affixes the battery to the cart. Unfortunately, serious injuries could occur because of falling batteries.



The industry has strict protocols which describe when and how the lift truck battery will be charged. The majority of businesses have extensive rules and regulations describing the safest method to remove the lift truck battery in a safe and efficient manner.



Corrosives

In order to handle them, it is essential to realize the battery is filled with corrosive liquids which require you to follow safety measures. Two of the most common lift truck battery types include potassium hydroxide and sulfuric acid. These are both really corrosive materials that can lead to chemical burns to the hands, skin, eyes and face.

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