Charging? Be Battery Smart. How many of these tips do you follow? 

1. Charge on a Hard, flat surface (not a bed or a couch)

2. Use the Charger that came with your device or one from the same company. 

3. If you have to jiggle the cord to charge, it's time for a new charger. 

4. When your device is fully charged, unplug it. 

Charge into Fire Safety: 3 Steps

Buy only listed products. When buying a product that uses a lithium-ion battery look for a safety certification mark such as UL, ETL, or CSA. This means it meets important safety standards.

Charge devices safely. Always use the cords that came with the product to charge. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer. Buy new chargers from the manufacturer or one that the manufacturer has approved. Charge your device on a hard surface. Don’t overcharge your device. Unplug it or remove the battery when it’s fully charged. 

Recycle batteries responsibly. Don’t throw lithium-ion batteries in the trash or regular recycling bins because they could start a fire. Recycle your device or battery at a safe battery recycling location. Visit call2recycle.org to find a recycling spot near you. 

The Following Activities and Information directly from NFPA will help you to learn more about Charging into Fire Safety:

Safety Tip Sheet

Charging into Safety Coloring Sheet

Lithium-ion Battery Safety (Spanish)

Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Tips

Electric Vehicle Safety Tips