National Fire Prevention Week
This year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign runs October 5–11 and is themed “Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home.” The campaign emphasizes the importance of buying, charging, and recycling lithium-ion batteries safely.
Charge into Fire Safety - 3 Steps:
1. Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.
2. Charge devices safely. Always use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.
3. Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location. Visit call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you.
Learn more at: https://www.nfpa.org/events/fire-prevention-week