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Fire safety guidelines for recharging infrastructure in parking garages

Fire safety requirements

This document focuses on the fire safety considerations associated with indoor car parks that accommodate electric vehicles (EVs). As EVs have become a common sight on our streets, the need for safe parking and charging in indoor car parks has gained prominence. The paper is authored by the IFV (Institute for Safety) to address key questions and provide guidance on this topic.

Type of document
Studies and research
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Technical requirements

Guidance of fire safety for electric vehicles parked

Fire safety

This document, prepared by the Sustainable Transport Forum (STF) under the leadership of the European Commission and supported by a group of European organisations, highlights key challenges and best practices related to the deployment of BEVs in covered parking areas. It also provides a set of recommendations for public authorities and private stakeholders to facilitate the adoption of BEVs in covered parking lots.

Type of document
Guideline
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Technical requirements
Language
English
Country
European Union (EU27)
Task force
Task Force 6: Fire Safety of Recharging Infrastructure