CFA Battery & Electric Forklift Safety Flashcards
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When must the battery electrolyte level be checked on a lead-acid forklift battery?
Answer: After every charge cycle, once the battery has cooled
Electrolyte levels should be checked after charging and after the battery has cooled, since hot electrolyte expands and gives a false reading.
Which PPE is required when handling or servicing forklift batteries?
Answer: Safety glasses, acid-resistant gloves, and apron
Battery acid exposure risk requires safety glasses, acid-resistant gloves, and a protective apron to shield skin and eyes from electrolyte splashes.
What should be located near every battery charging station according to OSHA guidelines?
Answer: An eyewash station and emergency shower
OSHA requires an eyewash station and emergency shower within 10 seconds of travel from battery charging areas to treat acid exposure.
What is 'opportunity charging' in the context of electric forklifts?
Answer: Charging the battery during short breaks or downtime throughout the shift
Opportunity charging refers to plugging in the electric forklift during short work breaks to top up the battery without fully depleting it first.
Why must metal tools and jewelry be kept away from the top of a forklift battery?
Answer: They can create a short circuit across battery terminals causing sparks or fire
Metal objects bridging the battery terminals can create a short circuit, generating extreme heat, sparks, or fire.
Which forklift battery type requires no water additions and is considered maintenance-free?
Answer: Lithium-ion
Lithium-ion batteries are sealed and maintenance-free, requiring no water additions, and they offer faster charging and longer cycle life than lead-acid types.