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High-Voltage Vehicle Special Tools And Equipment
I-CAR · January 14, 2022
Summary
This article outlines the essential personal protective equipment (PPE) and specialized insulated tools required when repairing high-voltage (HV) hybrid and electric vehicles. It emphasizes that technicians must follow OEM-specific guidelines and use properly rated, tested equipment to ensure safety during the repair process.
What to do on the job
Always wear the required high-voltage PPE, including tested rubber lineman's gloves, and use minimum CAT 3 rated testing equipment and insulated hand tools when working on or around high-voltage systems.
How to use it
Use this document to justify the necessity and cost of specialized high-voltage safety equipment, PPE, and dedicated testing tools (such as CAT 3 DVOMs and insulation testers) on estimates and supplements for hybrid or electric vehicle repairs.
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