Considerations for Municipalities for Permitting Operations of Lithium-Ion Battery Powered Micromobility Devices
The use of eBikes, eScooters, and other lithium battery powered micromobility devices are increasingly common. As municipalities permit shared micromobility operations in their jurisdictions, they should be aware of the hazards posed by lithium batteries and the requirements for safe transportation of these materials. To help, PHMSA developed a list of considerations for municipalities, which provides information on the Hazardous Materials Regulations, incident reporting requirements, end-of-life management, and general fire safety messaging. See the Considerations for Municipalities guide for full details.