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OPSS has published information for consumers to raise awareness around the safe purchasing, use and charging of e-bikes and e-scooters.
Product Safety Report for Battery Charger 10 Slots 4.2V 6A Charging with Plug For 16340 14500 18650 18500 presenting a serious risk of electric shock.
Product Recall for KS Energy KS-SB210 Lithium-ion battery seat base compact series presenting a risk of fire.
Find out if you must offer free collection of old batteries - batteries you must take back, how to collect and send batteries to be recycled, penalties
Rules to follow if you put batteries, including batteries in vehicles or appliances, on the UK market for the first time.
Product safety report for Charged Electric Mower presenting a serious risk of electric shock
How to buy, safely charge and store an e-scooter and spot the warning signs of a fire hazard.
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.
How to buy, safely charge and store an e-cycle and spot the warning signs of a fire hazard.
Important Safety Message from OPSS.
Information on waste batteries excluded from the regulations, definitions and battery types.
Product Safety Report for CAO MM 36V E-Bike Battery and Charger sold via eBay and Ubuy presenting a high risk of fire.
Product Recall for Fast Charge Jump Starter 260 & 9000mAH Power Bank presenting a risk of electric shock.
Apply for approval as a facility to treat, recycle or export waste batteries for treatment and recycling and the rules you must follow.
Guidance for manufacturers on placing batteries and accumulators on the market.
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