Devastating Glasgow fire should be 'wake up call' for vape shops, safety expert warns
A fire safety expert warns that the Glasgow vape shop fire is a 'wake up call' due to the fire risks associated with lithium batteries and lack of safety knowledge.Summary
Following a devastating fire near Glasgow Central Station, fire safety expert Jonathan Bartle of Source Fire Risk Management warned that vape shops often lack adequate fire safety knowledge and preparedness. The fire, which engulfed a B-listed Victorian building, highlighted the dangers of lithium-ion batteries used in vapes, which can create their own oxygen and heat, making fires difficult to extinguish. Bartle noted that traditional fire extinguishers are often ineffective against these types of fires and that many vape shops are unaware of the risks they pose, particularly to residents in upper floors. He emphasized the need for stricter checks on vape shops and professional fire risk assessments, especially for businesses with five or more employees. The incident has prompted calls from politicians for increased regulation and scrutiny of vape shop safety standards.
(Source：LBC)
