Forklift certification Refueling and Recharging Procedures Flashcards
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What is the primary hazard when charging an electric forklift battery?
Answer: Hydrogen gas released during charging
Lead-acid batteries emit flammable hydrogen gas while charging, which can ignite.
Why must the charging area be well ventilated?
Answer: To disperse hydrogen gas and prevent explosive buildup
Ventilation prevents flammable hydrogen from accumulating to dangerous levels.
What should be prohibited in the battery charging area?
Answer: Open flames, smoking, and sparks
Any ignition source can set off the hydrogen gas, so flames, sparks, and smoking are banned.
When connecting a charger to a battery, what is the correct sequence?
Answer: Connect the battery first, then turn the charger on
Connecting before energizing the charger prevents arcing sparks at the connector.
What PPE is recommended when handling or watering lead-acid batteries?
Answer: Acid-resistant gloves, face shield, and apron
Battery electrolyte is corrosive sulfuric acid, so acid-resistant gear protects skin and eyes.
Where should emergency eyewash and neutralizing supplies be located?
Answer: In or near the battery charging/handling area
OSHA requires eyewash and acid-neutralizing facilities be readily accessible where batteries are charged or changed.
When adding water to a lead-acid battery, when should it be done?
Answer: After charging is complete, filling to the proper level
Watering after charging avoids overflow, since electrolyte expands and rises during the charge cycle.