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Committee advances fire‑code rules for lithium‑ion batteries and powered mobility devices
Summary
The committee voted Jan. 29 to recommend as amended an ordinance establishing charging, storage and device standards for e‑bikes, scooters and other powered mobility devices, prohibiting use of damaged or reconditioned batteries except as part of authorized recycling, and requiring a public information campaign coordinated with the Department of the Environment.
The Land Use & Transportation Committee on Jan. 29 voted to forward an amended ordinance to the Board of Supervisors that would tighten fire‑code standards for the charging and storage of lithium‑ion batteries used in powered mobility devices — including e‑bikes, scooters, skateboards and hoverboards — and launch an informational campaign on safe use and disposal.
President Aaron Peskin, a lead sponsor, cited an increase in battery fires over several years and a recent fatality in San Francisco as motivation for the ordinance. Fire Marshal Ken Coughlin outlined key provisions: a requirement…
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