The new big danger on the roads – watch how they transport a dangerous part of the car in wooden boxes

Pictures of a truck dangerously stacked with used electric car batteries have caused a stir.

As it spreads electric motion, Related technology options are also increasing Ninth in manufacturing user. In fact, over time, consumers can not only buy a zero-emissions “used” car, but they can also buy a zero-emissions car. The part usedincluding battery.

As reported by the international press, today is the case for the owner of the IX It is very easy to buy a used lithium-ion batteryProvided that the companies operating in the sector will undertake the home delivery service.

the TransferHowever, from batteries This is not always done in the most appropriate way, With some carriers placing batteries simply wooden pallets, Stack them on top of each other.

That is, they transfer it in a way that violates the procedures stipulated in that Dispute Settlement Agreement, It is the European Convention on the Safety of International Transport of Dangerous Goods by Road.

The illustrations you posted Richard Dunbar, Former Fire Chief and current Fire, Health and Safety Consultant and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Instructor.

The truck in question appears to have its country of origin Eastern Europe, While they are at it stacked More than 20 batteries, With one of the company’s employees Steps on batteries, During the process of loading it onto the truck.

“Do we understand the risk? Batteries from Eastern Europe are on their way to potential customers to put in their electric cars or convert their conventional cars to electric.

“There are necessary things Private documents Certifying compliance with applicable regulations or for the goods in question Are forged documents used? Is the vehicle marked and equipped in accordance with Turn. Is the car equipped?Tire pressure monitoring system Is it in good condition? Is the driver trained?. These are the questions that Richard Dunbar asked in his post on Linkedin, in an attempt Sound the alarm About the irregular and dangerous way in which used electric car batteries are often transported, with all the implications this entails for road safety.

According to experts, Frequent charging and discharging cycles of lithium-ion battery over time Change properties The latter therefore differs from that of the original battery that has successfully passed the necessary safety tests and has been certified by the competent organization.

Therefore, used batteries must be placed during transportation Special packaging The main purpose is to prevent any DrIElectrolyte flow And avoid collision. also, Loads must be specially markedand the Vehicle drivers Which transports them to that passed Private education.

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