The Arch Company policy
While the risk from lithium batteries can be minimised in most businesses, the risk is greatest in cases of commercial use. Many sites may have lithium batteries present in small numbers or for personal use. In cases where the use is minimal, the risks associated with their use may be considered low and may not require any additional controls. Where customers use lithium batteries commercially as a key part of their business, The Arch Company expect that the following actions will be completed: a) Annual, written Fire Risk Assessment which identifies the risks around lithium batteries and highlights the necessary control measures. This must be produced by a competent person, and due to the specific risks associated with lithium batteries, this will require membership of the:
i. Institute of Fire Prevention Officers ii. Institute of Fire Safety Managers iii. Institute of Fire Engineers iv. UKAS accredited third party certificated company: a. NSI BAFE SP205-1 company scheme b. Warrington Certification (FRACS) c. IFC Certification IFCC 0099
b) Annual, written Health and Safety Risks Assessments produced by a competent person, covering the storage, use, charging and disposal of lithium batteries, and which identifies the necessary control measures. c) A “ satisfactory ” Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR) produced by a competent person covering the circuits being used for charging, produced in the last five years.
d) Evidence of electrical Portable Appliance Testing being carried out regularly by a competent person, normally annually.
e) If there is a commercial fire detection and alarm system , a satisfactory testing and maintenance record produced by a competent person annually.
If any of the above assessments, reports or test results indicate the need for remedial work or action to manage any risk from lithium batteries, the customer must confirm to The Arch Company that these have been properly carried out by a competent person in a timely fashion. We will require you to show evidence that these have been completed properly.
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August 2023
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