Electric bikes (e-bikes) and electric scooters (e-scooters) have become increasingly popular.
Most are powered by lithium-ion batteries which can be charged and stored in your homes.
When charging these batteries, it is so important to do so safely to avoid fire risks for you and your families.
When buying electrical goods:
- Register your product with the manufacturer to validate any warranties – batteries are usually included in warranties.
- Check any products you have bought are not subject to a product recall. (You can do this by checking Electrical Safety First’s website or the government website.)
- If the product you are buying seems too good to be true, it most likely is! Items that don’t meet British or European standards pose a fire risk. For example buy e-bike conversion kits from reputable sellers.
General home fire safety advice:
- Ensure you have working smoke alarms.
- If you charge or store your e-bike or e-scooter in a garage or kitchen ensure you install detection (a heat alarm is recommended).
- Do not overload socket outlets or use inappropriate extension leads.
In the event of an e-bike, e-scooter, or lithium-ion battery fire do not attempt to extinguish the fire. Get out, stay out, call 999.
