Safety considerations for tools and devices powered by lithium-ion batteries

Lithium-ion batteries power a wide range of devices, from smartphones and laptops to power tools, electric vehicles, and energy storage systems. Despite their popularity and energy efficiency, lithium-ion batteries pose significant safety risks across the supply chain. These must be carefully managed by product designers, manufacturers, distributors, retailers, end users, recyclers, and waste management companies.  This point-of-view deep-dives into key considerations organizations should look at and offers advice to ensure a safe and stable work environment.