The video shows a tragic incident where a person carrying an e-scooter battery in an elevator experienced a sudden gas release and fire, resulting in severe death. This highlights the inherent dangers of lithium-ion batteries, which can lead to catastrophic outcomes such as fires, explosions, and toxic gas emissions. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) use the same type of lithium-ion batteries, and thus pose similar risks. The potential for fire and explosion in these systems can lead to significant loss of life and damage to infrastructure. To mitigate these risks, BESS must be equipped with both active and passive safety features. Active safety systems like fire suppression, ventilation, gas detection, and battery management systems provide real-time monitoring and intervention to prevent hazardous situations. Passive safety features, such as fire and thermal barriers, explosion panels help contain and mitigate the effects of any incidents. Integrating these safety measures, along with adhering to stringent safety standards like NFPA 68 and NFPA 69, can significantly reduce the risks associated with lithium-ion batteries in BESS. This comprehensive approach is crucial for protecting lives and infrastructure from the potentially devastating effects of battery failures. #BatterySafety #LithiumIonBatteries #BESS #EnergyStorageSafety #FirePrevention #SafetyStandards #NFPA68 #NFPA69 #ActiveSafety #PassiveSafety #EnergyStorage #FireSuppression #BatteryManagement #InfrastructureSafety #RiskMitigation #SafetyFirst #BatteryTechnology #CleanEnergy #EnergyInnovation
Mahendra Achari
2mo
It was very bad we should br very carefull
Directional Driller hos Baker Hughes
2moPavan. You mention how to mitigate these risks. But i do not see in that particular case how this can be avoided by the active/passive safety features.