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Transport Canada bans recalled lithium power banks on flights
Transport Canada issued a Civil Aviation Safety Alert reminding operators that recalled or damaged lithium batteries should not be used or charged on aircraft. For companies with employees travelling, this is a critical check. Suggestion: integrate a “battery safety check” into your travel policy. Verify that all power banks and spare batteries are recall-compliant and…
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Safety first, always.
The First-Mover™ R-3500 lets operators control heavy EVs remotely, staying 100 meters away from potentially dangerous situations. Imagine lifting 3500kg with one finger. From narrow parking decks to EV fire incidents, this hydraulic EV mover reduces physical strain, manual effort, and electrical shock risks. Canada, it’s time for frontline workers and first responders to adopt…
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Clean Doesn’t Mean Risk Free
Recently, a fire broke out at a solar installation in Wembley, catching attention across the industry. The blaze reminds us that even “clean” technologies are not immune to failure modes—especially where lithium-ion systems, inverters, and high voltages are concerned. Here’s what we must consider: Complex failure pathways: A damaged cell, manufacturing defect, or poor thermal…
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A Laptop Fell Into a Boeing 767’s Cargo Bay — and the Flight Turned Back
When a United Airlines Boeing 767 bound for Rome from Washington Dulles made a U-turn off the coast of Boston, passengers probably assumed it was a mechanical issue. But the real cause? A passenger’s laptop slipped through the cabin and fell into the cargo bay — completely out of reach, and carrying a lithium-ion battery. The crew made…
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Lithium-Ion Fires: Your Field Experience Matters
Lithium-ion incidents—from e-bike battery malfunctions to EV collisions—are challenging first responders everywhere. We at CESAT (Clean Energy Safety and Training Council) are collecting real-world reports to strengthen training and prevention. 🚒 First responders: • Have you faced a lithium-ion fire or near-miss? • What worked, what didn’t—tools, tactics, protective gear? • Any advice for crews…
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EV Rescue App Available
The Clean Energy and Safety Training Council of Canada (CESAT) is proud to be working with the EV Rescue App in Canada. Be ready for the next EV incident with the Electric Vehicle Rescue App. The largest database of EV ERG’s in North America. Download the EV Rescue app on apparatus tablets or member devices. …
