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Check the tariff classification for a four-wheeled vehicle with an electric motor powered by rechargeable batteries.
Summary of a rapid technology assessment (RTA) looking at emerging battery technologies.
Information for public transport operators about assessing and managing fire risks involving the lithium batteries used in e-cycles and e-scooters.
Understand the European Community (EC) Directive 2006/66/EC on batteries and accumulators and waste batteries and accumulators.
The government announces funding for new charging technologies, which mean families could use their electric vehicle batteries to power their homes and save on bills.
OPSS is leading a fresh campaign to raise awareness among parents and carers about potential hazards to children associated with swallowing small magnets, button batteries, loose/small toy parts and imitation food.
We are seeking views on our proposed work for a UK battery strategy to ensure we have access to the widest possible evidence and perspectives.
Product recall for Vanon Lithium-Ion Batteries presenting a high risk of fire.
Seeking views on simplifying the weight thresholds used to define a battery as “portable”.
Product Recall for HL R-Team E-Bike Batteries and Chargers presenting a serious risk of electric shock, fire and explosion.
This MGN provides best practice marine guidance to facilitate safe and environmentally friendly battery solutions for vessels utilising lithium-ion batteries.
Product recall for ESS Home Batteries presenting a risk of fire due to the potential for the batteries to overheat.
Product Recall for BOOW LiFePO4 Leisure Battery presenting a serious risk of fire.
Product Recall for KS Energy KS-SB210 Lithium-ion battery seat base compact series presenting a risk of fire.
How to buy, safely charge and store an e-cycle and spot the warning signs of a fire hazard.
Important Safety Message from OPSS.
OPSS is taking enforcement action and warning consumers about a dangerous e-bike battery manufactured by a company called UPP.
The UK battery strategy sets out the government’s vision for the UK to achieve a globally competitive battery supply chain by 2030.
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