Motor Vehicle Safety

Employers Employers must commit to work vehicle and roadway safety and communicate that commitment to employees at all levels of the organization. Employers must demonstrate that

2025 Apr 24

Battery Energy Storage Systems: Main Considerations for Safe

This webpage includes information from first responder and industry guidance as well as background information on battery energy storage systems (challenges & fires), BESS

2024 Apr 28

Essential Safety Distances for Large-Scale Energy Storage Power

Discover the key safety distance requirements for large-scale energy storage power stations. Learn about safe layouts, fire protection measures, and optimal equipment

2024 Jul 22

Occupational safety and health

Occupational safety and health (OSH) deals with all aspects of health and safety in the workplace. Its goal is to prevent the occurrence of occupational accidents and diseases.

2025 Nov 12

Energy Storage NFPA 855: Improving Energy Storage

Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems—provides safety strategies and features of energy storage systems (ESS). Applying to all energy storage technologies,

2024 Sep 10

Fire safety

General fire safety hazards Fires need three things to start – a source of ignition (heat), a source of fuel (something that burns) and oxygen: sources of ignition include heaters, lighting, naked

2025 Apr 27

Hazard Communication

Hazard Communication Standard In order to ensure chemical safety in the workplace, information about the identities and hazards of the chemicals must be available and understandable to

2024 Jun 07

National Codes and Standards Deployment and Outreach

Accomplishments: Safety Distance Reduction by Hydrogen Storage Task Group Hydrogen Storage Task Group produced analysis and proposal to reduce safety setback distances for

2024 Feb 14

Battery Energy Storage Systems Safety and Best Practices

FDNY-Con Edison - Battery Storage Station Familiarization Training Video - This free webinar highlights the importance of emergency response preparation at battery energy storage

2024 Sep 05

Safety Distance Standards for Energy Storage Equipment: What

Summary: Safety distance standards for energy storage systems are critical to prevent fire risks, ensure operational efficiency, and comply with regulations. This article explores global

2025 Dec 08

Energy Storage System Guide for Compliance with Safety

Under the Energy Storage Safety Strategic Plan, developed with the support of the Department of Energy''s Office of Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability Energy Storage Program by

2025 Sep 09

Safety and health at work

Despite this important decision and the significant progress in occupational safety and health (OSH), work-related accidents and diseases still occur too frequently, with

2024 Jul 06

Key Safety Standards for Battery Energy Storage

As battery energy storage systems scale across industries, safety and compliance are more important than ever. Key certifications

2024 Aug 21

The fire separation distance of the lithium battery cabin is tripled

The fire separation distance of the lithium battery cabin is tripled, and the area occupied by flow batteries with a capacity of more than 100MWh will be even less.-Shenzhen ZH Energy

2024 Sep 13

UL 9540: Energy Storage Systems and Equipment

UL 9540: Energy Storage Systems and Equipment As stated in the previous section, UL 9540 is the system level safety standard for ESS and equipment. Different components within the ESS

2024 Aug 21

Safety Distance of Energy Storage Containers: What You Need

Let''s talk about the safety distance of energy storage containers – the unsung hero of renewable energy systems. Spoiler: It''s not just about avoiding fireworks....

2025 Dec 31

Construction Industry

Construction is a high hazard industry that comprises a wide range of activities involving construction, alteration, and/or repair. Construction workers engage in many activities that may

2024 May 04

Siting and Safety Best Practices for Battery Energy Storage

The following document summarizes safety and siting recommendations for large battery energy storage systems (BESS), defined as 600 kWh and higher, as provided by the New York State

2024 Jan 19

SAFETY STANDARD FOR HYDROGEN AND HYDROGEN

The Department of Energy provides resources and information on hydrogen fuel cells and their applications, promoting clean energy solutions for a sustainable future.

2024 Jul 25

Motor Vehicle Safety

Driver Safety Training Motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of worker injuries and death.1 Driver safety training is a protective measure against crashes and helps protect drivers

2025 May 02

Safety distance of energy storage cabin

Station Layout: Within the energy storage power station, office, accommodation, and duty areas should maintain necessary safety distances from battery prefabricated

2025 Apr 20

Help for Employers

The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 created OSHA, which sets and enforces protective workplace safety and health standards. There are OSHA standards for construction,

2025 Oct 03