Hazard Analysis Operating Electric Forklifts In Narrow Aisles

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Operating electric forklifts in narrow aisles
Electric forklifts use lead-powered batteries, which could result in acid spills on the operators (Sarupuri, Lee & Billinghurst, 2016). The acid spills could, in turn, result in serious injuries on the operator's body. The occurrence of this hazard can be avoided by ensuring that the batteries are regularly checked. These checks include the charging and changing of the batteries whenever necessary. It is necessary to note that huge loads drain the batteries faster as compared to lightweights. Hence, with the proper battery management plan, this hazard can be avoided. Before implementing a proper battery management plan, the acid could spill out hence harming the operators while through the proper management, such accidents will be minimized. It is therefore advisable to have the battery checked before operating it.
As well, the electric forklifts can result to the hazard of fire in the event whereby an employee light up a cigarette in the battery charging zone. To avoid this hazard, employees should be warned about the danger of smoking in that zone or lighting any kind of fire. The hydrogen gas produced while charging the batteries is highly flammable. Hence, banning smoking in that zone could best prevent the occurrence of this hazard.
Repairing the hydraulic system on the gas-powered forklift
In the case of a liquified gas forklift, spilled hydraulic oil can result in falls of the repair team hence causing serious injuries on them (Sarupuri, Lee & Billinghurst, 2016). This can be avoided by ensuring that any spilled oil or hydraulic fluid is completely cleaned before commencing the repair exercise. Working in a conducive environment would provide the team with adequate ti...