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1.5. Diesel safety.
1.5.1. Always fuel and defuel in well-ventilated area.
1.5.2. Always wear correct, suitable and fit for purpose Personal Protective Equipment (PPE),
suggested items are as follows, but are not limited too.
1.5.3.
Hand protection.
1.5.4.
Protective clothing.
1.5.5.
Respiratory protective equipment should be used when in an unventilated area.
1.5.6. When defueling always use a propriety fuel retriever.
1.5.7. Always carry fuel in the correct and clearly marked container.
1.6. Battery safety
1.6.6. Batteries present a risk if they become damage by the possible leaking of electrolyte. This
electrolyte is an acid and can cause serious injuries. Care should be taken when working on or
near them.
1.6.1.1. Should you come into contact with acid you should;
1.6.1.2. Remove all clothing contaminated with acid.
1.6.1.3. Get medical assistance as soon as possible.
1.6.1.4. Use fresh running water to wash off excess acid, continue this until medical assistance
arrives.
1.6.1.5. If acid come into contact with Eyes the acid needs to be immediately washed away. Make
sure that you do not wash the acid to another part of the face or body.
1.6.1.6. Gasses from charging batteries are highly flammable and great care should be taken to
charge in well ventilated areas.
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