Identification, Separation, and Isolation of damaged Li-Ion batteries. Small quantities removed immediately for proper disposal. Large quantities will require coordination and scheduling of disposal with partnered battery recycling facilities for safe disposal.

Damaged Li-ion batteries can cause fires during transport, at landfills, and in recycling facilities. Improperly disposed of batteries can release toxic materials into the air and water, polluting the environment. If a battery explodes, it can cause injury and property damage. 

Identification of stranded energies, separation and isolation of modules and cells to reduce risk of reignition. Isolation of high risk components to allow securement of the fire scene.

Li-ion battery fires release toxic, flammable, and explosive gases, such as hydrogen fluoride, hydrogen chloride, and hydrogen cyanide. Damaged Li-ion batteries can experience thermal runaway, which is when the battery cells violently burst and release intense heat. This can cause the battery to re-ignite, even days after the fire appears to be out. Emergency responders can be exposed to high-voltage components of a damaged battery, which can cause electric shock. Water may not be able to prevent a Li-ion battery from burning or spreading. In fact, using water mist as an extinguishing agent may increase the rate at which HF is produced. 

On scene Compressed Natural Gas powered vehicle Flaring/ Venting of fuel from damaged vehicles. 

Compressed natural gas (CNG) is lighter than air, and leaking CNG should safely disperse in an open area. However, there is a risk of CNG accumulating in enclosed spaces, which could pose a high risk for ignition. Responders who notice a "rotten egg" odor in the vicinity of the vehicle after an accident, or hear a hissing noise indicative of leaking natural gas, should close the vehicle's manual shut-off valves if trained and safe to do so. If the vehicle is in an enclosed space, avoid entering that space and prevent others from entering. Responders should contact FSR to ensure that any hazards are properly addressed.

On scene Liquified Natural Gas powered vehicle Flaring/ Venting of fuel from damaged vehicles.  

Liquified natural gas (LNG) is heavier than air when it initially leaks and is stored at extremely cold temperatures, personnel should clear the area of any significant LNG leak. The fuel may create a fog-like appearance near the ground. Do not walk through this fog and keep people and ignition sources away from it. Do not expose yourself to hazardous conditions. Call FSR and let us address any hazards or other safety issues.

Investigation into incidents and support to employers during Serious Injury or Fatality Incidents. Working with and on behalf of the employer during OSHA investigations and Insurance Claims while identifying the Root Cause of the incident and developing protections against possible reoccurrences.

Serious Injury or Fatality (SIF) incidents should be investigated to understand what caused them, how they happened, and how to prevent them from happening again. Conduct a root cause analysis: A root cause analysis (RCA) is an investigation that helps identify the underlying reasons why an incident occurred. RCAs can help organizations identify corrective actions to eliminate the problem.