Fire Safety for Electric Vehicle Charging Sites

Importance of Design, Install & Maintain Safer EV Charging

Protect Your Site From Electric Vehicle and Lithium-ion Battery Fires

Electric vehicle fires are rare, but when they occur, they present new risks and challenges for everyone.

According to the database, approximately 18% of fires occur when an electric vehicle is connected to charge, and about a third of these occur in parking lots.

This article will walk you through the real situation to improve your awareness of risk, and then provide reasonable steps to work with your stakeholders to protect life and property better.

Why Do Charging Sites Catch Fire?

Have you overlooked these factors?

•                              •Do you have approval to charge your electric vehicle? What do you need to know?
•                              •Do you know how many electric vehicles have caught fire around the world, how many caught fire while charging?
•                              •Smaller lithium-ion batteries have a higher risk of battery fires, so you need to pay special attention.
•                              •Understand local standards related to electric vehicle charging.
•                              •Drivers’ incorrect operations pose safety hazards, and drivers should also pay attention to potential dangers.
•                              •Equip charging stations with safety facilities and equipment, such as car fire blankets and parking lot isolation belts, to provide additional protection for customers.

Importance of Design, Install & Maintain Safer EV Charging

As electric vehicles (EVs) become more popular, designing, installing, and maintaining safe charging infrastructure is important. Here are a few key reasons why car fire blankets are recommended:

• •Fire Prevention

During the charging process of electric vehicles, the battery may overheat or malfunction, which may cause a fire. These risks can be reduced by designing and installing safe charging facilities. In addition, equipped with a car fire blanket can quickly extinguish the flames in the early stage of a fire and prevent the fire from spreading.

• •Protecting people

In public places or at home, safe charging facilities can ensure the safety of users and avoid dangers such as electric shock and fire. Car fire blankets are easy to operate and can be used quickly even in emergencies to protect people.

• •Protecting property

Fire not only threatens personal safety, but also causes serious property damage. By maintaining safe charging facilities, property losses can be reduced. In the event of a fire, a car fire blanket can effectively control the fire and reduce losses.

• •Comply with regulatory requirements

Many countries and regions have strict safety standards and regulatory requirements for electric vehicle charging facilities. Complying with these standards not only ensures the safety of the facilities, but also avoids legal disputes.

• •Enhance user trust

Safe charging facilities can enhance users’ trust in electric vehicles and charging equipment, and promote the promotion and popularization of electric vehicles.

Learn more about Huarui Car Fire Blanket now to make your charging facilities safer!