JET helps you protect workers from the hazards of lithium batteries and the work around them. We build safety programs, hazard analyses, and procedures for teams in oil services, data centers, and technology, defense, and aerospace.
Lithium Battery Hazards
Lithium batteries can expose workers to fire, toxic gases, and corrosive leaks. The risks depend on the chemistry:
| Battery Type | Common Uses | Key Worker Hazards |
|---|---|---|
| Lithium metal (thionyl chloride, sulfuryl chloride) | Downhole tools, subsea, memory gauges | Corrosive and toxic leaks, explosion when overheated |
| Lithium-ion | UPS systems, BESS, electronics, defense systems | Thermal runaway, toxic and flammable off-gas, re-ignition |
We help you control these hazards with:
- Job safety analyses (JSAs) for battery handling, installation, testing, and removal
- PPE selection for leaks, spills, and fire response
- Exposure assessments for off-gassing and leak events
- Emergency response plans that cover battery fires and leaks
- Safe work procedures for damaged and defective batteries
Hazard Analysis and Job Safety Analysis
Employers must provide a safe workplace for employees, contractors, and visitors. JET identifies the risks in each task and defines the controls to manage them.
A strong hazard analysis:
- Shows workers the risks in their daily tasks
- Supports regulatory compliance
- Builds a stronger safety culture
A poor one misses hazards and leaves workers and your company exposed. Our team has done this work across a wide range of industrial operations for more than 25 years.
JSA packages can include:
- Task-by-task worksheets
- Potential incidents and risk severity ratings
- Current controls and recommended improvements
- Risk ratings after new controls are in place
- Safe work practice cards with photos, for training and posting onsite
Industrial Hygiene and Safety Services
- Industrial hygiene exposure assessments
- Safety and risk management
- Safety audits and compliance reviews
- Program and procedure development
- Onsite safety support
Safety Training
Federal and state rules require employers to train workers on many safety topics. Missing training is a common source of fines. JET’s safety training:
- Combines site-specific instruction with online modules
- Runs on your schedule to limit production downtime
- Takes place at your facility or a location you choose
- Is available in English, Spanish, or bilingual formats
- Fits monthly, quarterly, or annual training cycles
For lithium battery courses, see our Training Services page.
