Webinar: Battery Hazards and Risks

Complimentary webinar on 22 May 2026

Unlike petrol or gas systems, batteries store and convert energy within the same unit. This fundamental characteristic makes batteries efficient — but also introduces unique safety risks that cannot simply be “switched off”.

In this webinar, our expert will provide a clear, structured overview of battery hazards and risk categories, explaining how and why risks occur and how they can escalate into incidents if not properly managed. The session forms a core component of battery design education, supporting safer development, handling, and operation across the battery lifecycle.

Webinar details

Date: Friday, 22 May 2026
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM IST
Speaker: Johannes Roessner, Battery Validation and Safety Expert
Format: Online

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Why This Topic Matters

Battery risks and hazards are often misunderstood due to insufficient knowledge with this rather new technology. There are numerous videos of burning batteries on the internet, but how likely is it really that a battery burns? And what are the real dangers when handling batteries?

To ensure workers safety it is important that they know what risks are there and under which conditions.

topics to be covered in this webinar

• The four key battery risk categories
• Real‑world examples of risks developing into accidents
• How battery design choices influence safety and risk exposure
• An overview of battery protection mechanisms

Who Should Attend

This webinar is designed for professionals involved in battery design, handling, safety, and compliance, including:

• Engineers in New Product Development, Design & Development, and R&D
• Production, Operations, and Manufacturing professionals
• EHS Officers and Team Leaders
• First Responders
• Battery Transporters
• Service and Repair Technicians
• Testing & Validation and Reliability Engineers
• Battery Forensic Analysts
• Regulatory and Compliance Officers

About the speaker

Johannes Roessner
Battery Validation and Safety Expert
Johannes Roessner has over 15 years of experience in battery testing, qualification, and regulatory compliance. He has supported battery manufacturers, test laboratories, and system integrators worldwide in performance, abuse, and safety validation.

Previously, Johannes held senior roles at TÜV SÜD, covering battery testing from cell to system level. He spent seven years in Japan and China, leading the planning, construction, and operation of advanced battery test laboratories. His work focuses on translating global safety requirements into robust battery and test designs.