Preparation Items
SpecificationPurpose
Leather gloves Must be able to fasten tight
around
the wrist. (Worn over
insulated gloves) To protect insulated gloves.
Wrenches Size:10mm
To remove the 12-volt battery
terminal
bolt.
Solvent resistant protection gloves
Solvent resistant protection shoes –To utilize in the event of a high-
voltage battery electrolytic solution
leak.
Absorbent pad The same pad used for internal
combustion engine fluids can be
used. To absorb any high-voltage 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 air leakage 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)
3-1.3 Insulated Tools
When performing work at locations where high-voltage is applied (such as terminals) , use insulated tools
meeting 1,000V/300A specifications.
FRG–17
