Fire Safety: Charging Electric Scooters and Bikes

When charging your e-scooter or e-bike you should follow the below advice from the London Fire Brigade.

 Reduce the risk of overheating:

• Batteries can get warm during their use. Allow them to cool down before attempting to re-charge
• Batteries should always be charged on hard flat surfaces where heat can dissipate
• Batteries can also pose a risk if they have been damaged, so try to ensure they are not getting knocked around while in use or while being carried
• Batteries should also never be exposed to extremes of temperature

Follow the instructions:

• Always follow manufacturers’ instructions when charging 
• Never leave it charging unattended or charge it while you are asleep
• Make sure you unplug your charger once it’s finished charging
• Always use the correct charger for your batteries and buy any replacements from a reputable seller

Where to charge your batteries:

• Never block your escape route with e-bikes or e-scooters
• Store and charge them somewhere away from a main through route or exit
• Make sure you and your family have an escape plan in place in the event of a fire
• In the event of a fire call 999, never try to fight the fire yourself