Course Overview

Lithium-ion batteries power our world. They allow us to work remotely with our phones and laptops and enable our industrial tools and machinery. When damaged, Li-ion batteries can become hazardous and pose a risk to staff well-being and business continuity. The course covers various topics related to the safe handling, use and disposal of lithium-ion batteries, including assessing risk, hazard recognition and emergency response considerations.

Master Lithium-Ion Battery Safety in Just One Day: Protect Your Business from Hazards!

Equip your team with the knowledge and tools to manage lithium-ion batteries safely. Join industry leaders and professionals who have transformed their safety practices with our comprehensive seminar.

Benefits

By enrolling in this seminar, you will:

• Gain practical, hands-on experience with lithium-ion battery safety protocols.
• Learn from industry experts with years of real-world experience in battery management and safety.
• Understand the latest regulations, standards, and best practices for handling, storing, and disposing of lithium-ion batteries.
• Build an emergency response plan to protect your business from potential battery hazards.

Who is this course for?

This event is essential for safety managers, EHS professionals, facility managers, waste management professionals, fire and rescue teams, insurance experts, maritime organisations, and any organisations who need to understand the vital practices in managing and protecting their business and environment from lithium-ion battery fire risks.

What You’ll Learn

Morning Session:

• Learn about the chemical properties and applications of lithium-ion batteries.
• Understand thermal runaway and other failure modes that can lead to fires or explosions.
• Best practices for minimising risks during handling, storage, and transportation.

Afternoon Session:

• Real-world examples of incidents and how they were managed.
• Emergency Response Considerations
• Actionable steps for improving battery safety protocols in your workplace.

Meet Your Instructors

Kevin Howlette is a renowned fire safety expert with over 20+ years of experience in ERT management. He has worked with top companies like Harland & Wolff and EPUK, helping them implement effective emergency response protocols.

Gerard Pollock is a 25+ year maritime industry veteran and author specialising in helping companies de-risk the energy transition by safely implementing lithium-ion battery technology on ships and superyachts. His insights into real-world case studies have helped numerous ship managers avoid costly incidents.

About EHS International:

A global leader in safety solutions, EHS International has been involved in some of the largest lithium-ion battery incidents and has successfully managed, controlled, and de-energised clients’ damaged energy storage assets.

We bring this expertise to this seminar to ensure attendees walk away with a strong understanding of lithium-ion battery storage, risk mitigation, and emergency response.

Event Details:

Date: Upcoming Dates TBC. Spaces will be limited. Contact Derry Cronin to ensure you are notified in advance of dates going live to the public. Email [email protected] or call +353 (0)21 206 6006

• Time: 08:30 AM – 4:30 PM
• Location: EHS International Fire Centre, Wallingstown Castle House, Castle Road, Little Island Ind Estate, Cork T45 EV61
• Attendance: Limited to 45 participants
• Agenda: Practical fire simulation and live demonstration of lithium-ion fire responses.

Did you know?

• A European study suggests that by 2025, 78 million lithium-ion batteries could be discarded daily worldwide. The EU’s new Battery Regulation (2023/1542) sets targets for battery collection and recycling, including a 61% collection rate for portable batteries by 2031.
• The London Fire Brigade reported a 78% increase in e-bike fires in 2023 compared to 2022[3].
• The USA’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported an average of 2.2 weekly lithium battery incidents in aviation in 2023.
• Disposable Vape Waste Quadruples to 5 million per week, exposing an alarming environmental impact.