2024 AFCI and GFCI Performance Survey
In 2024, the Electrical Safety Foundation surveyed occupations with electrical contracting, electrical design, electrical engineering, and electrical planning to gain an understanding of the performance of safety devices required in the National Electrical Code. The survey was conducted in California with a focus on Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs) and Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupters (GFCIs). Key Findings: […]
ESF & ReMA How to Recycle Batteries: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Recycling lithium-ion batteries is the only proper way of disposing of the battery. Not recycling lithium-ion batteries can cause fires, and by recycling batteries, the valuable materials in them will be reused. Visit Call2Recycle.org to find a local battery recycling location. Never place batteries in regular waste and recycling bins. They will likely catch fire. […]
ESF & ReMA How to Spot Battery Problems: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Lithium-ion batteries can be found in cell phones, tablets, laptops, electric bikes and scooters, toothbrushes, and backup batteries, along with other regularly used devices. Damaged or defective batteries can cause fires. Learn how to spot a problem. Signs of a Battery Problem: Change in the battery color Sweet electrical burning odor emitted from the battery […]
ESF & ReMA How to Store and Charge Batteries: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Lithium-ion batteries are in all types of devices we use every day. These batteries can be found in cell phones, tablets, electric bikes and scooters, toothbrushes, and backup batteries. When purchased and used correctly, lithium-ion batteries can provide a valuable service, but there is a risk of fire and injury if uncertified batteries or chargers […]
ESF & ReMA Importance of Proper Recycling: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Lithium-ion batteries must be recycled rather than disposed of because not recycling them can cause fires. There has been a 41% increase in catastrophic losses at material recovery facilities. Recycling helps the environment and is the safest and most efficient way to process a battery at its end of life. Never place batteries in regular […]
Importance of Proper Recycling: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Lithium-ion batteries must be recycled rather than disposed of because not recycling them can cause fires. There has been a 41% increase in catastrophic losses at material recovery facilities. Recycling helps the environment and is the safest and most efficient way to process a battery at its end of life. Never place batteries in regular […]
How to Store and Charge Batteries: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Lithium-ion batteries are in all types of devices we use every day. These batteries can be found in cell phones, tablets, electric bikes and scooters, toothbrushes, and backup batteries. When purchased and used correctly, lithium-ion batteries can provide a valuable service, but there is a risk of fire and injury if uncertified batteries or chargers […]
How to Spot Battery Problems: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Lithium-ion batteries can be found in cell phones, tablets, laptops, electric bikes and scooters, toothbrushes, and backup batteries, along with other regularly used devices. Damaged or defective batteries can cause fires. Learn how to spot a problem. Signs of a Battery Problem: Change in the battery color Sweet electrical burning odor emitted from the battery […]
How to Recycle Batteries: Lithium-Ion Battery Safety
Recycling lithium-ion batteries is the only proper way of disposing of the battery. Not recycling lithium-ion batteries can cause fires, and by recycling batteries, the valuable materials in them will be reused. Visit Call2Recycle.org to find a local battery recycling location. Never place batteries in regular waste and recycling bins. They will likely catch fire. […]
Lithium-Ion Battery Safety: New York City
New York, our vibrant city, but beneath its pulse lurks a silent threat. Lithium-ion battery fires have risen, claiming both homes and lives. Make sure you always charge your electric scooter or e-bike using manufacturer provided gear, never charge them unsupervised, and be sure not to charge near doors, which may block exits in case […]
Lithium-Ion Batteries: How and Where to Buy E-Bikes and Scooters
In the market for an e-bike, an electric scooter, or any other device powered by a lithium-ion battery? When shopping around, turn to trusted retailers, those who stand behind their products. Look for warranties and, before that first use or charge, familiarize yourself with the product manual. Trust in safety certifications by recognized testing labs […]
Lithium-Ion Batteries: E-Bike and Scooter Safety
You’ve got a new e-bike or scooter. Before you hop on for a ride, take a moment to read the manual, familiarize yourself with the charging process, and use the equipment provided by the manufacturer. Remember to plug directly into a wall outlet when charging. If you’re considering a backup battery, always use the manufacturer’s […]
