Photo and information obtained from Greater Chambersburg Area Paid Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 1813
The Greater Chambersburg Area Paid Fire Fighters Association, IAFF Local 1813, will visit local schools and conduct community outreach during Fire Prevention Week and throughout October.
In an Oct. 6 announcement, the association said its “Charge Into Fire Safety” campaign focuses on charging habits that can reduce the risk of lithium-ion battery fires.
The association shared six charging safety tips:
- Use the charger that came with the device or one approved by the manufacturer.
- Charge devices on a hard, flat surface, such as a desk.
- Unplug devices when fully charged.
- Stop using a device if it feels hot.
- Charge e-bikes, scooters and power tools outside whenever possible.
- Keep devices in sight while charging on a flight and notify a flight attendant if a problem occurs.
For more information, contact the department at 717-263-5872 or visit www.nfpa.org.
