Choose Certified Products
• Look for the Mark: When buying products with lithium-ion batteries, look for a certification mark from a nationally recognized testing laboratory.
• Buy Approved Chargers: Only use chargers and batteries that came with your device or that the manufacturer has approved.
Handle with Care
• Charge on hard surfaces: not on beds, couches, or under pillows, which can trap heat and cause fires.
• Avoid Physical Damage: Do not drop, puncture, or physically damage batteries, as this can lead to fire risk.
• For Large Devices: Charge e-bikes, scooters, and power tools outside, in a dry, well-ventilated area away from anything that can burn.
Always watch for warning signs
• Inspect Batteries: Stop using a device immediately if the battery is swelling, leaking, or shows any other signs of damage
• Recognize other signs: Pay attention to warning signs like unusual noises (hissing, popping), a strange order, ore excessive heat. White or gray whipping smoke indicates immediate danger.
Educate your families
• Help family and friends understand these battery safety practices
Recycle Properly
• Never use the Trash: Do not Throw lithium-ion batteries or devices in the regular trash or recycling bins, as they can start fires
• Find a Drop-off Location: Take batteries to a designated, safe battery recycling or disposal location. call2recycle.org to find a drop-off near you. Home Depot in Shorewood takes Lithium batteries. Call before to check which sizes they take. ... See MoreSee Less