3-1 Preparation Items
Preparation Items
Specification Purpose
PPE (personal protective
equipment):
Insulated gloves Up to 1,000V
For
protection from high voltage electri-
cal shock
Insulated shoes –
Safety
shield –
W
renches Size: 10mm
T
o remove the 12V battery terminal
bolt.
Solvent resistant protec-
tion gloves
Solvent resistant
protection shoes –
To utilize in the event of a Li-ion battery
electrolytic solution leak.
–
Absorbent pad The same pad used for internal com-
bustion engine fluids can be used. To absorb any Li-ion battery electrolytic
solution leakage.
Standard fire fighting
equipment Standard fire fighting equipment.
Depending on type of fire (vehicle or
battery) use standard fire fighting
equipment (water or extinguisher) . To extinguish a fire.
Insulated tape Insulating To cover any damaged harnesses to
protect from and prevent electrical
shock. Tape should cover all bare or
damaged wire.
3-1.1 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Protective Wear Control
Perform an inspection of the Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) items before beginning work. Do not use
any damaged PPE items.
3-1.2 Daily Inspection
This inspection is performed before and after use. The responder who will be using the items should
perform the inspection and check for deterioration and damage. • Insulated rubber gloves should be inspected for scratches, holes and tears. (Visual check and airleakage test)
• Insulated safety boots should be inspected for holes, damage, nails, metal pieces, wear or other problems on the soles. (Visual check)
• Insulated rubber sheet should be inspected for tears. (Visual check)
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