According to the NYC Small Business Services F&B Industry Partnership Team, Fires Caused by E-Bike Lithium-Ion Batteries Have Increased.
Here is what you can do to stay safe:
- Food service establishments with charging stations on premises should post a visible flyer near charging areas.
- Valuable information on safe e-bike practices in a variety of languages is available, including:
- Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Flyer for posting and distribution (English and Spanish)
- Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Resources
- #FDNYSmart Safety Tips for Devices with Lithium-Ion Batteries
- Booklet on fire safety practices for personal mobility devices
- New Yorkers who see unsafe charging practices should report it to 311. Response times for e-bike complaints are being prioritized.
- In the event of an emergency, the SBS Emergency Response Unit is available to help businesses recover and reopen their doors.
More information: file:///C:/Users/aanm1/Downloads/Battery%20Fire-ZFold-03-16-23.pdf