This page contains warnings and safety alerts regarding potential fire risks. This will be updated as required with our most recent postings at the top of the list.
Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries have become very popular with radio controlled model enthusiasts because of their light weight, slow discharge and high power output compared to other batteries. It has however been identified that they are a fire risk.
Watch Safety Alert 1: LiPo batteries
Download the full Safety Alert (PDF)
The Speed of Fire
Due to modern furnishings within our homes, fires now burn faster and create more deadly smoke than they used to. A video has been created that provides a visual comparison between two bedroom fires, one in a modern home and one in a 1950s home.
Watch the video
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