{"id":34260,"date":"2022-03-07T12:59:38","date_gmt":"2022-03-07T12:59:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coopersolutions.co.uk\/public\/?p=34260"},"modified":"2022-03-07T12:59:38","modified_gmt":"2022-03-07T12:59:38","slug":"electric-vehicles-and-the-key-risks-surrounding-batteries","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coopersolutions.co.uk\/public\/electric-vehicles-and-the-key-risks-surrounding-batteries\/","title":{"rendered":"Electric Vehicles and the key risks surrounding batteries"},"content":{"rendered":"

The electric vehicle (EVs) market is growing quickly, with over 365,000 pure-electric cars on UK roads at the end of November 2021, and more than 705,000 plug-in models including plug-in hybrids (PHEVs)*.<\/p>\n

Whilst the impact on the environment can only be positive, what are the implications for retailers in terms of risk to their businesses?<\/p>\n

Charging<\/strong><\/p>\n

A number of insurers have raised concerns over the charging of vehicles within dealerships outside business hours.\u00a0 This is due to the potential fire risk and the emission of gases during the charging process.<\/p>\n

To reduce risk, we recommend you consider the nature of controls required as described in the RISCAuthority RC59 document, RC59 Fire safety when charging electric vehicles<\/a>.\u00a0 This suggests, for example, establishing dedicated fire protected areas, such as separate charging buildings.<\/p>\n

Should full compliance not be achievable, our Risk Management team may be able to negotiate with insurers to agree practical ways in which you can demonstrate good compliance with RC59.<\/p>\n

Storage<\/strong><\/p>\n

Specific legislation<\/a> surrounds the storing of batteries, and includes measures such as sustainability, safety, labelling, and end of life management.<\/p>\n

The guiding principle of the UK legislation is that all waste batteries must be processed by an Approved Battery Treatment Operator (ABTO) or an Approved Battery Exporter (ABE).\u00a0 Specifically, producers of automotive batteries must collect waste automotive batteries free of charge from their final holders, such as garages and scrapyards.\u00a0 More information can be found here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Our Risk Management experts can help guide on in ensuring your business is meeting the requirements and offer advice on best practice.<\/p>\n

Servicing<\/strong><\/p>\n

EVs require regular service checks, just as conventional cars, to help maintain optimal battery performance and the EV’s longevity.\u00a0 There are risks associated with servicing and repairing EVs since they contain and store energy which could cause serious harm if not managed correctly.<\/p>\n

It is vital that a thorough Risk Assessment is carried out to ensure there is a process in place to identify the safety status of all EVs, the appropriate PPE has been provided and checked before work begins, and technicians assigned to work on the vehicles have received the correct training.<\/p>\n

In addition, post-repair processes will need to be reviewed to ensure the correct charging of the vehicle battery before the car is returned to the customer, and the safe disposal of any hazardous components.<\/p>\n

What next?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Since the risks surrounding EVs are relatively new, and insurers are naturally cautious, our expert Risk Managers can assist you with reducing and managing the risk, and therefore, provide your insurer with the confidence they need to continue to support you with supplying, servicing and repairing EVs in a safe and protected manner.<\/p>\n

For more information about the specific legislation about battery manufacture and waste in the UK, please visit:<\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/regulations-batteries-and-waste-batteries<\/a><\/p>\n

https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/batteries<\/a><\/p>\n

PIB\u2019s Motor Trade Practice Group<\/a>\u00a0can support retailers on key measures to help mitigate the risk, whilst supporting businesses maximise opportunities for profitability. Comprising\u00a0PIB Insurance Brokers<\/a>,\u00a0PIB Risk Management<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Cooper Solutions<\/a>, together they work together to deliver tailored insurance solutions to the automotive industry.<\/p>\n

For more information, please contact Ross Barnitt<\/a>, Sales and Marketing Director, PIB Insurance Brokers, T: 07522 230 384<\/p>\n

Source:<\/p>\n

* https:\/\/www.nextgreencar.com\/electric-cars\/statistics\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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