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Research into the fire safety implications of installing photovoltaic panels on rooftops.
Product Safety Report for Schueco Solar (Photovoltaic) Cells presenting a high risk of electric shock due to the potential for chalking and cracking along the internal connector of the module, which can make the product become live.
Product Safety Report for Solar E-Scooter presenting a serious risk of injuries as the product is inherently unstable and can accelerate to speeds of 40 mph, at which speed the product becomes unsteady and jumpy.
Experimental test results of how different photovoltaic (PV) panel installations affect fire spread over sloped residential building roofs.
Our primary purpose is to protect people and places from product-related harm, ensuring consumers and businesses can buy and sell products with confidence. Office for Product Safety and Standards is part of the Department for Business and Trade .
An update on building regulations and fire safety guidance as part of wider reforms to building safety.
Product Safety Report for Lyyt 40 LED Solar Security Light with Motion Sensor presenting a high risk of fire.
This page summarises Chapter 13 of the Health Effects of Climate Change (HECC) report with a focus on the impact of heat on solar radiation and public health. This is part of the science and stats section for the hazard:...
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