Lithium-ion Battery: Storage and Transportation Risks-Lithium-ion Battery: Storage and Transportation Risks

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Lillian Coulson begins by introducing the Attendee Control Panel for the webinar participants, highlighting the functionalities like downloading the presentation PDF and submitting questions. The webinar rewards the most engaged attendee with a $25 Amazon gift card. The presenter, Captain Randall Lund, is a Senior Marine Risk Consultant for Allianz Commercial, with extensive experience in evaluating marine risks and dealing with hazardous cargos.<br /><br />Captain Lund begins by thanking the participants and emphasizing the importance of training and knowledge sharing about lithium-ion batteries. He shares his background, including his role as a volunteer firefighter, which adds a unique perspective to his risk consultancy. A poll question reveals that a majority of attendees lack training on lithium-ion batteries.<br /><br />Captain Lund explains the chemistry of lithium-ion batteries, detailing the materials and processes involved and the difference in chemistries. Risks such as flammable electrolytes, thermal runaway, toxicity, and short-circuiting are discussed. He highlights the importance of dealing with reputable manufacturers, adhering to regulatory standards like UN 38.3, and ensuring proper packaging to prevent damages and short circuits.<br /><br />Fire suppression strategies are discussed, emphasizing the use of large amounts of water and potential new technologies like fire-resistant blankets and encapsulating agents like F-500. Collaboration between stakeholders, enhanced training, increased warehouse inspections, and engagement with local fire departments are recommended for effective risk management.<br /><br />The session includes several interactive polls and a Q&A segment, where Captain Lund addresses practical concerns about lithium-ion battery handling, disposal, and fire protection measures, making the session highly relevant and informative.

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Date of Publication: September 5, 2024
Duration: 80 minutes

This presentation addresses the increased risks and challenges associated with lithium-ion batteries in transit as well as risks associated with storage.

Whether your lithium-ion batteries are stand-alone cargo, installed in electric vehicles, or a part of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), the risks present unique challenges not only to vessels and their crews, but also to warehouse storage facilities and shore-side firefighters who respond to fires involving lithium-ion batteries.

Recommendations and best practices from a loss prevention/ mitigation point of view are also presented.

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