What are the fire safety requirements for charging sheds?
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The fire safety requirements for vehicle charging sheds are as follows: 1. Location: The installation site of the charging station should maintain a certain distance from residential buildings, but not too far, otherwise it would inconvenience residents. This location choice can avoid many unnecessary troubles, and even if an electric vehicle catches fire due to its own malfunction, it will not pose a threat to the personal safety of residents. 2. Style: (1) If the community has a shed, it would be ideal to install the charging pile inside the shed, providing shelter from wind, rain, and sun. If the community does not have a shed, rain shields can be installed on the equipment or sockets to prevent them from getting wet. Of course, charging piles can also be installed in places like underground garages or the first floor of unit buildings. (2) There are many styles of charging piles, such as pillar-type, streetlight-type, wall-mounted, etc. There are no specific requirements for this, as long as they are functional.
I worked in a repair shop for several years, installing charging sheds every day, and fire safety requirements are absolutely not to be taken lightly. The roof of the charging shed must be made of fire-resistant materials, such as metal sheets or specially treated wood—avoid flammable plastics, as a short circuit could easily cause a fire. Ventilation must be unobstructed; don’t cram the shed full of stuff. Ensure proper airflow to prevent overheating and potential fires. Wiring should be neatly arranged without messy crossovers, using qualified sockets and junction boxes that can handle high currents. Automatic fire suppression devices, like small extinguishers or smoke alarms, must be installed and checked regularly to avoid expiration. I once saw a shed burn down because of exposed wire ends, so I recommend checking the wiring every couple of months—stop using it immediately if you smell burning. Keep flammable materials at least half a meter away, and never store items like gasoline cans nearby. Safety comes first, or the whole car could be at risk!
