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As Fire Prevention Week™ approaches, Manchester Volunteer Fire Department reminds residents:
The Manchester Volunteer Fire Department is teaming up with the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®)—the official sponsor of Fire Prevention Week for more than 90 years—to promote this year’s Fire Prevention Week campaign, “Charge into Fire Safety: Lithium Ion Batteries in Your Home!” The campaign works to educate everyone about using these batteries safely.
The campaign stresses how important it is to buy, charge, and recycle safely, when it comes to lithium-ion batteries.
Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.
Charge devices safely. Always use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged.
Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location. Visit call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you.
For more general information about Fire Prevention Week and home escape planning, visit www.fpw.org
For information on Manchester’s Fire Ambassador program please email MVFDfireprevention@gmail.com
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