Potential Hazards Facing Emergency Responders for Lithium Ion Batteries
Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries are found in electrical devices such as phones, computers, toys and cordless appliances such as vacuum cleaners. They are commonly used in gardening and home improvement tools like whipper snippers and drills. These batteries are almost always used in hoverboards, ebikes and scooters. Lithium-ion battery failures can occur due to imperfections in the construction of the cell or through abuse. Abuse of cells, packs or modules can be caused by