Visit the Queensland Government Electrical Safety website for information on how to check if your electric scooter meets standards.

Lithiumbattery risk assessment

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If your lithium-ion rechargeable device is creating an unusual smell or sound, developing heat, changing shape or behaving abnormally, and it is safe to do so:

Lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable batteries that can store more energy in less space than traditional batteries. They are more lightweight and compact than other batteries.

Lithium-ion battery

Information on battery recycling and safe disposal can be found at https://www.recyclemate.com.au/ or https://bcycle.com.au/

The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission has launched a report seeking to demonstrate the importance of safe battery supply and design to support consumer confidence in the safety of Li-ion products.

If damaged, faulty or charged incorrectly, they can go into ‘thermal runaway’. This means the chemicals in the battery get hotter and hotter, and can’t cool down. The batteries can then catch fire, explode, release toxic and flammable vapour, and reignite when the fire seems to be out.