Should Fire Departments Invest in an Emergency Plug
Listen to what Gary Ashley, from Tesla’s Fire Liaison office says about plugging anything into the charge port of a Tesla.
LA Fire Lithium Training Powerpoint
In November 2025, CESAT participated in the LA Fire Department Training of over 500 Southern California Firefighters. LA Fire has shared with us the entire Training Powerpoint which includes videos and research
Watch: Fire Blanket vs Lithium Ion Extinguisher Test
Can a fire blanket or Cold Fire extinguisher stop an EV battery fire? Watch our test.
Watch: Safe Charge Sleeves Test
The Safe Charge Sleeve E-Series is an engineered containment system intended for use with detachable lithium-ion batteries commonly found in e-bikes, e-scooters, and other micro-mobility devices.
How to Use LBIK Kit for Firefighters
See how the LBIK kit is successfully used by Brockton Fire Department during a laptop incident at a high school.
Watch: Bringing BESS into Communities
Bringing BESS into a Community? Listen to what our experts have to say about how to approach a nervous community
Lithium-Ion Battery Chemistries: NMC vs. LFP
This document provides a clear understanding of the differences between Nickel Manganese Cobalt (NMC) and Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) batteries. Responders will be able to quickly assess risks, anticipate fire behaviour, and choose appropriate mitigation strategies
Watch: Parking Garage Collapse
While the Luton fire was not caused by an EV, the incident highlighted the evolving risks in parking garages with modern vehicles (both ICE and EV), prompting increased scrutiny from insurers and discussions about fire safety standards.
Health Hazards of Lithium-Ion Battery Electrolyte Exposure
Download and share with anyone who may have been exposed. Symptoms may appear immediately or over several days later.
Hydrogen Fact Sheet
A common misconception is that hydrogen is too dangerous to use, but it’s actually quite safe when handled properly due to its low density and rapid dispersal upon leakage.