Batteries in Everyday Operations: Compliance and Safety in Energy Storage
Batteries are essential to modern power systems, from handheld electronics to large-scale energy storage. For businesses working with battery energy storage systems (BESS), safety compliance is not just a technical requirement. It’s a critical part of protecting...
New Terrain for E-Bike Safety Regulations
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has issued an Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPR) aims to address the hazards associated with electric bicycles (e-bikes). Precursors to Notice of Proposed Rules (NPRs) and Final Rules, ANPRs are a critical...
Navigating the Regulatory Landscape of Button Cell and Coin Batteries: An Overview of Reese’s Law
In response to growing safety concerns surrounding the use of button cell and coin batteries in consumer products, the United States government enacted Reese’s Law (P.L. 117-171) in 2022. This legislation mandates comprehensive federal safety standards for these...
The STURDY Act: A Vital Step Towards Furniture Safety
With a goal of curbing furniture tip-over incidents that have led to numerous fatalities and injuries, especially in children, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has recently adopted a crucial legislation known as the STURDY Act. Here’s a concise...
