We’ve paid another visit to our client’s warehouse at Cumbernauld in Glasgow to upgrade their power supplies, including for CCTV, access and intruder controls, and IT equipment.
The project included new fork lift charging points, power and electric infrared heating to de-brief bench locations and PAT testing.
Electrical requirements for forklift charging
Electric forklifts are popular because they’re energy efficient, easy to use, and can help to reduce your business CO2 emissions.
Meeting the operational and safety requirements for electric forklift charging is important to minimise the risks of moving machinery in the workplace.
Safe use of forklifts in warehouses
To use forklifts safely and efficiently in your warehouse you need designated charging stations with the necessary safety features. To do this, you need to take several things into account:
correct installation
safe locations
security and accessibility.
All forklift truck chargers must have emergency stop breakers allowing immediate disconnection from the power supply.
The height of the mounting is important, with cables no longer than one metre to avoid a tripping hazard.
Operators need at least a one-metre gap between each forklift truck when charging so they can move around them safely.
You should also provide easily accessible fire extinguishers suitable for electric fires.
Charging forklift batteries produces hydrogen gas, which is difficult to detect and dangerous. Ventilation in the charging area is important along with air quality monitoring.
Please get in touch to discuss your forklift charging requirements.
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