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The National Fire Protection Association encourages residents to take steps to protect their homes and loved ones during Fire Prevention Week, which runs now through October 11.
Radcliff Deputy Fire Marshal Tommy Crane says the theme for Fire Prevention Week this year is “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home”.
Crane says with so many items on the market today using lithium-ion batteries, make sure you do some homework first.
“Make sure you know what you’re buying, that it’s listed by a reputable underwriter, and that it has the over-circuit protection, over-charge protection, things like that,” Crane said. “When you’re buying it, take time to research it. Look for a stamp from a nationally-recognized testing laboratory.”
Make sure you only use lithium-ion products as intended.
“When you’re charging your devices, use the cables that come with the product,” Crane said. “Some cables are a specific length for a reason because of the heat buildup and everything, and also charge it according to what the manufacturer says. Don’t try to do things or manipulate it in some way.”
When a product is past its prime, dispose of it properly.
“We don’t want to throw them just in the regular trash or regular recycling bins because there is a fire hazard there as well, because there’s still that energy in there,” Crane said. “Even though it might not have enough power to charge a device in that way, there’s still some energy left in there. Recycle it at a safe battery recycling location.”
Visit the National Fire Protection Association’s website for more information on Fire Prevention Week.
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