【Haichuan Teahouse】Does your building’s management allow e-scooters in the elevator?
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There is some truth to it. First, there’s concern that you might leave it outside and block the hallway; second, there’s a fear that charging the electric vehicle at home could cause a fire. Especially the latter has caused numerous fires across the country, resulting in significant losses of life and property. The fire department has carried out comprehensive rectification efforts in this regard, with strict and rigorous oversight. Don’t blame the property management; cooperate a bit. The property management also doesn’t want to go through the extra hassle – it’s too much trouble! But they have no choice. Don’t always think negatively about everything; an unhealthy mindset is harmful to oneself.
Residents who own electric bikes usually consider whether it is convenient for them
80% of electric bike fires are caused by charging. According to data from fire departments, among the frequent fires involving electric bikes, 80% occur during charging, and they mostly happen at night. The main reasons that lead to fires are severalfold: quality defects in the vehicles themselves, improper charging practices by the users, batteries that have been in use for too long, faults in the charging circuits, severe aging of the circuits, storing the vehicles in safety passages (inside buildings or stairwells), charging them outdoors in rainy weather, and incompatible chargers. The fire department advises that electric bike riders should regularly inspect their bikes and replace the batteries, suggesting that they take them to a repair shop for inspection every six months to one year. According to relevant technical standards, the service life of ordinary batteries is 1.5–2.5 years, and they need to be replaced regularly.
When an electric scooter catches fire, toxic gases can fill the room within 30 seconds, and once a fire breaks out, the damage it causes is enormous. In this regard, the fire department has stated on multiple occasions that within 3 minutes of a battery-powered vehicle catching fire, the temperature of the fire can reach 1,000 degrees Celsius; toxic gases can fill an entire room within 30 seconds. With smoke temperatures exceeding 1,000°C, the smoke can fill the stairwells of a building in about 4 minutes. If such hot smoke enters the human respiratory tract, it can cause severe burns and put one’s life at risk. In summary, the main reasons why electric vehicle fires can lead to casualties are: the vehicle burns rapidly, producing large amounts of smoke and toxic fumes that can cause poisoning; moreover, if the escape routes are blocked, it prevents those trapped inside from escaping safely.
E-bikes should be parked in designated areas. How can we charge and use electric bikes safely? Sichuan Fire Department has issued safety guidelines regarding the use and charging of electric vehicles. Regarding charging, it is not advisable to charge for long periods of time. Before charging an electric bike, check whether the battery is hot or if there are any bulges; if such issues are detected, replace the battery immediately. Additionally, regular inspection and maintenance should be carried out to check whether the wires are aging and whether there are any short circuits in the batteries. At the same time, while charging, it is necessary to check whether the connections at the electrical interfaces of the electric vehicle are secure. When charging, wait until the battery cools down before charging it. One should consciously separate the battery from the vehicle body before charging. Additionally, when purchasing an electric vehicle, be sure to choose models with batteries from reputable manufacturers or well-known brands; never settle for cheap options. Regarding vehicle parking, bicycles should be parked in the designated area for non-motor vehicles in the underground garage as required. Whether it’s property managers or vehicle owners, everyone must be vigilant when it comes to charging and parking electric bikes – never do it in stairwells! The exit remains open! It keeps running inside the elevator and in the room! It should be parked in the designated area, which must be equipped with fire extinguishers!
On May 11, the Chengdu Property Management Association issued the \"Urgent Notice on Further Strengthening the Management of Electric Vehicle Parking and Charging in Property Service Areas\" (hereinafter referred to as the \"Notice\"). According to the Notice, Chengdu will further strengthen the management of electric vehicle parking and charging in property service areas.
First, carry out a focused special campaign to address the illegal parking and charging of electric vehicles. Property service companies must be clear in their stance, firm in their attitude, and take effective measures to carry out targeted campaigns against the illegal parking and charging of electric vehicles in their respective service areas. They should resolutely stop any acts of parking electric vehicles or charging them in public areas such as common walkways, stairwells, and safety exits, and organize the removal of such vehicles from those areas ； In cases where cleanup is refused, it is necessary to report the matter promptly to the fire and rescue services or the local police station. Second, further standardize the behavior related to the parking and charging of electric vehicles. Property service companies should further strengthen the management of non-motor vehicle parking lots and garages, install charging facilities in accordance with relevant standards, conduct regular fire safety inspections, charge relevant fees in a lawful and reasonable manner, and provide owners and property users with convenient and efficient services for parking and charging electric vehicles. Property service companies are encouraged to use scientific and technological methods to strengthen the management of electric vehicle parking and charging.