Crown Electric Forklift San Diego

Forklift Battery Dangers

Electric forklifts are the main choice by numerous supply outlets or warehouses that need to move equipment and heavy things out of and into storage. These battery-powered machinery can run quietly on big batteries and can lift heavy cargo. Typically, warehouse employees are responsible for swapping out the batteries or recharging them during a shift. Although these batteries have been designed and developed with safety as the main concern, there are still several problems a handler needs to know and stuff to be avoided when near the batteries.



Weight

Several forklift batteries could weigh up to 2000 lbs. or 1 ton, depending upon the type. These extreme weights factors would require mechanical assistance to safely charge and change the battery. About 50% of all injuries related to lift truck batteries are caused by improper moving and lifting these heavy pieces of machinery. At times jacks, specialized carts, or even other forklifts are utilized in order to transport and move heavy batteries. The overall success of using these pieces of equipment depends upon how the handler safely affixes the battery to the cart. Sadly, 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. Most businesses have extensive policies and rules describing the safest method to remove the forklift battery in a safe and efficient way.



Corrosives

It is important to realize that lift truck batteries are filled with corrosive liquids which need correct safety measures followed in order to handle them. Two of the most common kinds of lift truck batteries include potassium hydroxide and sulfuric acid. These are both extremely corrosive materials that can lead to chemical burns to the hands, skin, face and eyes.

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