Increased focus on sustainability and the need to reduce climate change has led to high demand for electric vehicles in the auto industry. Auto manufacturers are now transitioning large portions of their businesses to electric and hybrid vehicle (EHV) manufacturing that requires workers to be in the presence of high voltage components. Preventing damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) in production is key as static control is a hazard at every point from parts manufacture to final assembly.
Dealing with cables that carry high-voltage electricity or batteries containing toxic and highly flammable substances are just some of the dangers of the electric vehicle manufacturing process. Post manufacturing maintenance requires worker protection from high voltage and arc flash.
Every day, workers are exposed to life-threatening hazards on the job, making it critical for them to have the right personal protective equipment (PPE) to keep them safe from head to toe.