Is it safe to assemble energy storage batteries

BEST PRACTICE GUIDE: BATTERY STORAGE

1.1 Why has this guide been developed? 1.2 Who should use this guide? Battery Storage EquipmentBattery modulePre-assembled battery system (BS) equipmentPre-assembled integrated battery energy storage system (BESS) equipment PCEAuxiliary battery equipment Battery Battery management module (BMM)Battery management system (BMS)CellIsolation devices Interface ManufacturerMaster/slave configurationPower Conversion Equipment (PCE)Protection devicesProtective electronic circuitSuitably competent personSafety related software2.1 Application of this guide 2.2 Application of standards when assessing compliance under a chosen Method2.3 Claims of compliance to this guide2.4 False claims of compliance to this guide2.5 Timing for compliance to the criteria in the Methods2.6.1 Information required to be retained by the manufacturer or importer of the equipment2.7 Statement of compliance with mandatory compliance parts Compliant to Best Practice Guide for Battery Storage Equipment – Electrical Safety Requirements – version 1 - Battery Module – Optional requirements – a), b), e), g) and m)Compliant to Best Practice Guide for Battery Storage Equipment – Electrical Safety Requirements – version 1 - Pre-assembled battery system equipment- Optional requirements – a), c), f), g) and m)3.5 Optional requirements 3.6 Additional hazards and risks that should be considered Arc flashChemical hazardsStorage, handling and transportVibration – transport or seismic activityUV protection and resistanceCyber security Risk MatrixHazardsBattery storage equipment is an important part of the energy usage mix for households to consider for reliability, affordability and efficiency. However, prior to this guide being developed, there was no specific product safety standard expressly covering the risks of a completed battery storage equipment assembly in a household situation. This all...See more on batterysafetyguide les.wordpress