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Lithium-ion Battery Safety - Standards

Standards

OSHA Standards

While there is not a specific OSHA standard for lithium-ion batteries, many OSHA standards may apply, as well as the General Duty Clause, Section 5(a)(1) of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.

Lithium-ion Battery Safety - Hazards

Lithium-ion Battery Safety - Hazards

Hazards

Lithium-ion batteries may present several safety and health hazards during manufacturing, use, transportation, emergency response, disposal, and recycling. These hazards can include chemical hazards, stored electrical energy, and thermal runaway, which can result in fire, explosions, and the release of chemical byproducts.

Lithium-ion Battery Safety - Control

Lithium-ion Battery Safety - Control

Control

Prevention through Design: Whether manufacturing or using lithium-ion batteries, anticipating and designing out workplace hazards early in a process adoption or a process change is one of the best ways to prevent injuries and illnesses. It is critical for hazard controls to be addressed in the initial design and construction phases, as well as implemented through changes to management and manufacturing processes as production methods and energy storage technologies evolve.

Foodborne Disease - Standards

Standards

Under the OSH Act, OSHA’s statutory mission is to ensure safe and healthful working conditions for workers by setting and enforcing standards and by providing training, outreach, education, and assistance. Employers must comply with all applicable occupational safety and health standards and regulations, whether they are issued and enforced by OSHA or by an OSHA-approved State Plan.