[UPDATED] Fire and Rescue Dept mulls home EV charging guidelines after Cheras blaze
KUALA LUMPUR: The Fire and Rescue Department may introduce safety guidelines for electric vehicle (EV) charging at private homes following Sunday’s fire at a house in Cheras.
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The Fire and Rescue Department in Malaysia may soon introduce safety guidelines for electric vehicle (EV) charging at private residences after a house fire in Cheras on Sunday. Director-General Datuk Seri Nor Hisham Mohammad stated that the department currently lacks specific guidelines for home EV charging installations, which are primarily focused on commercial premises.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, with several possibilities, including the EV itself, its charging equipment, or the electrical wiring connected to the charger. While the number of fire cases involving EVs has remained relatively stable over the past three years, the growing number of EVs on Malaysian roads has not been analyzed against this increase.
Nor Hisham advised homeowners to ensure their EV chargers comply with recognized safety standards and be installed by registered, qualified companies, with proper inspection of the home's electrical wiring before installation.
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