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#5. The Hidden Danger: Lithium-Ion Battery Risks in the Built Environment

December 01, 2025 • The Fire Safety Event

The panel will discuss the risks of lithium-ion batteries in the built environment, how to mitigate the risks and the potential legal consequences of failing to do so.

This will include consideration of the risks and potential mitigation of the storage of electric scooters in escape routes and the risk of having EVs in basement car parks for blocks of flats.

🎙️Speakers:

Laura White, Senior Associate - Pinsent Masons
Matt Humby, Senior Technical Consultant - Fire Chief Global
Matt Partridge, Head of Product Development - Armorgard

This podcast was recorded live at The Fire Safety Event in April 2025 and the session took place at the Fire Safety Leaders Summit, sponsored by RiskBase.

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