E-bike Battery Fires 2024-10-31
2024-10-31
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A recent fire involving an e-bike battery raised concerns about the need for better safety measures and public awareness campaigns.
What recent steps have been taken to help prevent e-bike battery fires? Two weeks ago, there was a fire in a 10th floor flat in Plaistow. Thankfully, quick actions saved everyone. This incident highlights why we need to work on making batteries safer and educating residents about safety measures and proper disposal.
The Office for Product Safety and Standards has been working with Government and industry to protect consumers through clear information, compliance assessments of manufacturers, and addressing non-compliant products online. The 'Buy Safe, Be Safe' campaign was launched last week. The Minister agrees that the fire incident highlights the importance of safety measures and public awareness.
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Specific details on how the recent steps address e-bike battery fires directly were not provided.
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A recent fire involving an e-bike battery raised concerns about the need for better safety measures and public awareness campaigns.
Does the Minister agree that it is a perfect example of why we need to continue working on making these batteries safer, running awareness campaigns so residents understand safety issues and proper disposal?
Manufacturers must ensure products are safe with instructions for use, including charging. The London Fire Brigade is doing excellent work. We have launched an awareness campaign and hope the Product Regulation and Metrology Bill will give us powers to regulate e-bike safety.
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Specific details on how the bill will address e-bike battery issues directly were not provided.
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