Installation 5
2.6 Safety Considerations
Please consider the following safety issues before
beginning the installation.
Although we have compiled this list of common
safety considerations, it should not be considered
as complete. It is not intended to take the place of
your good judgment, training, and experience.
2.6.1 Personal Safety Equipment and Clothing
Personal safety equipment and clothing including
high visibility vests, hard hats, gloves, electrical
shock or electrocution protection clothing and
equipment, safety shoes, safety glasses, face
shields, goggles, and hearing protection devices
are just some of the items available to you.
Choose the right equipment for the job. If you are
unsure of which safety equipment is
recommended or appropriate for the job, ask your
supervisor or foreman.
2.6.2 Electric Shock
As a trained installer of electrical equipment you
are aware of the dangers associated with
installation of electrical devices. Always be sure
that the power to the equipment, and all
associated equipment, is turned off and the
vehicle battery is disconnected. We also
recommend that you wait for the period of time
specified in the warning message before
beginning any procedure. This waiting period is
required to allow electrically charged
components to discharge and minimize your
exposure to the risk of electric shock and
electrocution. Use the equipment, techniques,
and procedures that you learned during your
training or apprenticeship or other electrical
industry recognized safety procedures.
If you are unsure of which techniques,
procedures, and protective equipment are
recommended or appropriate for the job, ask your
supervisor or foreman.
2.6.3 Explosion
Common automotive-type batteries produce an
explosive gas under some conditions. This gas
may easily be ignited by a spark or flame as you
work on the vehicle. To reduce the risk of
explosion, disconnect the battery, work in a well
ventilated area, avoid the use of devices that
create sparks or use open flames, and use the
appropriate personal safety equipment and
clothing.
If you are unsure of which techniques,
procedures, and protective equipment are
recommended or appropriate for the job, ask your
supervisor or foreman.
2.6.4 Chemical Burns
Common automotive-type batteries contain strong
acid that can cause personal injury if you come in
contact with the acid. To reduce exposure to the
risk of chemical burns wear appropriate
protective clothing and handle the battery with
care.
If you are unsure of which techniques,
procedures, and protective equipment are
recommended or appropriate for the job, ask your
supervisor or foreman.
2.7 Disposal of Device
Please dispose of the device in accordance with
all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
