Battery charging (jump start)
- Stevedores may jump start a dead battery.
- Cargo holds ventilation should be adequate.
- The charging operation should be supervised and carried out in in a safe manner, considering the risk of fire.
- Certain makes have specific instructions for jump-starting. Technicians must be familiar with these instructions. Should there be any doubt about the correct procedure, the unit should not be touched to avoid damage to the electrical circuit.