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PRESENTATION OF MARTIN COUNTY FIRE RESCUE LITHIUM AWARENESS
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
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The purpose of this presentation is to provide the Board of County Commissioners with an overview of lithium-ion battery technology, the exposures in the community and how to mitigate risks.
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DEPARTMENT: Fire Rescue
PREPARED BY: Name: Josh Jenkins
Title: Community Risk Reduction Specialist
REQUESTED BY: Chad Cianciulli, Fire Chief
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BACKGROUND/RELATED STRATEGIC GOAL:
Martin County Fire Rescue - Fire Prevention Division has identified lithium-ion batteries as an increasing fire risk in residential settings. As these batteries become more common in everyday household products, the potential hazards associated with improper use, charging, storage, or disposal have also increased.
ISSUES:
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LEGAL SUFFICIENCY REVIEW:
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
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The Board is asked to hear the presentation of the Fire Prevention Team on an overview of lithium-ion battery technology, the exposures in the community and how to mitigate risks.
ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS
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FISCAL IMPACT:
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ALTERNATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS
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DOCUMENT(S) REQUIRING ACTION:
☐Budget Transfer / Amendment ☐ Chair Letter ☐Contract / Agreement
☐Grant / Application ☐Notice ☐Ordinance ☐Resolution
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