The Battery Charging Area
A properly-equipped battery charging area will have:
- a no smoking policy with signs posted
- warning signs posted
- adequate fire protection
Note the eyewash area in this battery charging area.
- ample and readily available water supply for flushing and neutralizing spilled electrolyte
- an eyewash able to provide at least a 15 minute flow (Note: For large installations, there should be a plumbed drench shower and an eyewash.)
- a phone or other means of communication in the event of an emergency
- adequate ventilation to avoid the build-up of hydrogen gas during battery charging
- soda ash or other neutralization materials in the immediate area
- a dry chemical, CO2 or foam fire extinguisher
- means to protect charging apparatus from damage from forklifts
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7-2. What should be provided in the forklift battery charging area to prevent the build-up of hydrogen gas?
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