Written Reply to Parliamentary Question on Feasibility Study on Safe Charging Zones at HDB Void Decks for Residents Using PMAs

Mr Cai Yinzhou asked the Acting Minister for Transport whether the Ministry has studied the feasibility of safe charging zones at HDB void decks for residents using PMAs, to reduce in-home fire risks.

Reply by Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow: 

1.     To manage fire safety risks, the Land Transport Authority (LTA) has imposed the UL2272 and EN15194 standards on motorised Personal Mobility Devices and Power-Assisted Bicycles respectively. There are currently no commonly recognised international fire safety standards for Personal Mobility Aids. LTA will continue to monitor the development of international standards.

2.     LTA, together with the relevant agencies, will continue to review existing guidelines on the safe storage and charging of Active Mobility Devices (AMDs).

3.     We will also continue to step up public education efforts on fire safety tips on the use of AMDs. For instance, through the on-going Be-Device-Safe programme, a joint initiative between LTA and SCDF, AMD users are educated about the risk of AMD-related fires and how to safely use and maintain these devices, including the importance of safe charging practices at home.