Mich. Admin. Code R. 408.12164 - Electric trucks
Rule 2164.
(1)
Where electric trucks are used, an employer shall provide a designated area for
battery changing, charging, or both, which shall be performed by a trained and
authorized employee.
(2) An
employer shall ensure that provisions are made in a battery charging area where
batteries are removed from the truck for flushing and neutralization of
spillage, for fire protection, and for air movement sufficient to disperse
fumes from gassing batteries.
(3)
Smoking and other sources of ignition is prohibited in these areas.
(4) An employer shall assure that an employee
is trained to position the truck and apply the brake before changing or
charging a battery and to position and secure a reinstalled battery before
releasing the truck for use.
(5)
Material handling equipment, such as, but not limited to, a conveyor or
overhead hoist, shall be used for removing and replacing a battery. A spreader
bar or an equivalent device shall be used with any overhead battery hoist so
that the lifting stresses are vertical. A chain type powered battery hoist
shall have a container to accumulate the excess lifting chain. When a hand
hoist is used, an uncovered battery shall be covered to prevent the hand chain
from shorting on cell connectors or terminals. Tools and other metallic objects
shall be kept away from the terminals.
(6) When mixing electrolyte for a battery, an
employer shall ensure the use of a carboy tilter or siphon for handling
electrolyte. Acid concentrate shall be poured into water. Water shall not be
poured into acid concentrate.
(7)
The following apply to charging a battery:
(a) The vent cap shall be kept in place and
functioning.
(b) The battery or
compartment covers where provided shall be kept open to dissipate heat and
gases.
(8) The
electrolyte level shall not be checked with an open flame.
(9) Where there is a potential for employee
exposure to injurious corrosive electrolyte solutions, for example sulfuric
acid, associated with battery powered industrial trucks, the employer shall
provide both of the following:
(a) Personal
protective equipment in accordance with General Industry Safety and Health
Standard Part 33 "Personal Protective Equipment" and Occupational Health
Standard Part 433 "Personal Protective Equipment," as referenced in
R
408.12111.
(b) Suitable facilities for quick drenching
or flushing of eyes and body within the work area for immediate emergency use
in accordance with Occupational Health Standard Part 472 "Medical Services and
First Aid," as referenced in
R
408.12111.
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