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#1 Posted : 09 March 2004 11:40:00(UTC)
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Posted By Robert S Woods
1. A client has been advised by his insurers that a suitable barrier must be placed a metre in front of the FLT chargers. The chargers a situated on a purpose built concrete plinth approximately 500mm high. Is this just the insurance assessors opinion or is there relevant legislation? I would agree with him from a risk assessment point of view.
2. I cannot find the relevant regulation that states that a barrier must be placed in front of electrical distribution cabinets and the distance between the barrier and the installation.

Any help or advice would be appreciated.
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#2 Posted : 09 March 2004 13:51:00(UTC)
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Posted By Merv Newman
Robert,

cant help you on legislation, but having a solid barrier between FLTs and any electrical installation/machine/person is a very good idea. Did you ever see the "Outakes" video on FLT use ? One was recorded on CCTV reversing into an electrical cabinet. The FLT's passenger (yes) was thrown off and bruised, the driver was shocked and, I think, had a heart attack. The cabinet knew it had been kissed, too. spacing should be enough to allow comfortable access.
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#3 Posted : 09 March 2004 14:43:00(UTC)
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Posted By Ciaran McAleenan
Robert

Since batteries give off flammable hydrogen gas during the charging process it would be wise to keep a safe distance (via barrier if necessary) during this stage.

Merv's point is equally valid (I've watched the video also).

Have a look at the following HSE and manufacturers guidance;

http://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg139.htm#3
http://www.associatedequ...ted/pdf/manuals/6018.pdf
http://www.battery-charg...harging_instructions.htm

It should give you a few useful pointers when assessing you operation.

Good luck

Ciaran
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