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S07, E74 Lithium-ion Battery Safety and Tactics with FDNY Lieutenant John Cassidy
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Length:
24 minutes
Released:
Jan 31, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
The increase in popularity of battery-operated mobility devices, like scooters, skateboards and bicycles has meant a dramatic increase in fires in New York City caused by lithium-ion batteries with sometimes fatal consequences. Lt. John Cassidy, Haz-mat Company 1, discusses the dangers of these batteries, tactics and procedures operational units can take at these incidents. Battalion Chief Brian Mulry hosts.
Released:
Jan 31, 2022
Format:
Podcast episode
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