Lithium-ion batteries power smartphones, laptops, electric vehicles, and industrial equipment. However, their high energy density and chemical composition pose significant safety risks, especially in industries where they are used or stored extensively.
Industry-specific battery safety training equips your employees with the knowledge and skills to handle, store, and respond to battery-related incidents effectively. With the rising number of lithium-ion battery fires globally, proactive training is more critical than ever to protect your business.
The Growing Need for Li-ion Hazard Awareness in Industry
Lithium-ion battery incidents in aviation rose 28% over five years, with two weekly thermal runaway events.
In 2023, the UK reported 338 fires caused by lithium-ion batteries in e-bikes and e-scooters alone. Additionally, discarded lithium-ion batteries were responsible for an estimated 201 fires annually.
These fires escalate rapidly due to thermal runaway—a self-sustaining chemical reaction—making them harder to control and posing significant risks.
Lithium-ion battery fires are self-sustaining due to thermal runaway, where excessive heat triggers a chemical reaction that generates more heat. These fires can reach temperatures of over 1,000°C and release toxic gases like hydrogen fluoride, making them challenging to extinguish.
Even after appearing extinguished, lithium-ion batteries can reignite hours or days later due to residual heat.
“We see more fires linked to lithium-ion batteries, which is concerning. They burn differently from normal fires, so people attempting to put them outrun more risks of injury. Increasing awareness of proper maintenance, storage, and disposal of lithium-ion batteries is paramount to protecting people and property.”
Adrian Simmonds, QBE Insurance
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