During the daily operation and maintenance of electric forklifts, all procedures related to battery inspection, replacement, maintenance and charging carry potential safety risks for on-site operators. Standardized usage of proper personal protective equipment (PPE) is the most basic and critical line of defense to avoid unnecessary occupational injury, which every on-site management personnel and operator should master strictly.

First, eye protection is the first essential PPE for all battery related operations. Operators need to wear certified splash-proof goggles that can block possible splashes of electrolyte or tiny debris produced in the process of battery detection, to avoid irreversible damage to the eye mucosa caused by accidental contact with corrosive substances. Ordinary daily glasses cannot replace the dedicated safety goggles for chemical operation scenarios.

Second, chemical resistant hand protection products are non-negotiable for forklift battery operations. Operators should choose thickened, fully sealed nitrile or natural rubber gloves with reliable anti-penetration performance, instead of ordinary cotton or thin yarn gloves that cannot block corrosive components. Before putting on the gloves, operators need to check carefully for cracks, pinholes or aging wear on the surface, to ensure no hidden risk of leakage during operation.

Third, full body protection measures are also necessary. Operators should wear long-sleeved dedicated work clothes with anti-corrosion coating, and matched splash-proof work apron that covers the chest to the knee area, to avoid direct contact of exposed skin with accidentally splashed electrolyte. For foot protection, operators must wear qualified steel-toe safety shoes with anti-slip and acid-alkali resistant outsole, which can not only prevent heavy battery units from causing crush injury when slipping accidentally, but also avoid slipping risks caused by residual liquid on the working ground.

The standardized management of these PPE also needs to be implemented in daily work. All protective equipment should be stored in the designated dry and clean area near the battery operation zone, and cleaned and disinfected after each use. Regular inspection on the aging degree and protective performance of all PPE should be arranged, and any damaged or expired equipment should be replaced in time without delay.

At Jian Shu New Energy, we focus on BYD electric forklifts, and always attach great importance to the safety training and operation specification popularization for all users. We can provide targeted guidance on forklift battery operation safety and PPE usage management for our partners. If you have relevant demands, you are welcome to contact us via [email protected].