Strategic placement of equipment | Ensure easy access to firefighting equipment by placing it strategically, regardless of the accident location. |
Training and preparation | Crew training on lithium-ion battery incidents, firefighting equipment use, PPE wear, and fluorescent emergency signage to reduce response time. |
Passenger education | Educate passengers about the risks of devices with batteries and encourage limiting the number of electronic devices to reduce fire hazards. |
Battery condition monitoring | Regular battery inspections to detect physical damage, corrosion, leaks, and check ventilation and degradation of battery compartments. |
Improved cargo compartment design | Install built-in fire suppression systems and real-time sensors to monitor abnormal conditions like overcharging or temperature rise for early fire warnings. |
Emergency preparedness training | Regular simulation training for crew and technicians to recognize early signs of battery failures and maintain clean environments around battery compartments. |
Increased awareness and education on battery transport | Emphasize the risks and regulatory compliance for transporting lithium batteries, particularly with the rise of e-commerce and fast delivery services. |