Dear Parents and Students:

As you may be aware, last week, we experienced a small fire which started in a students’ school-bag. The source of this fire was an external battery charging bank (see images below) which was not in use.

On follow-up research, we have found that these types of battery chargers, which are produced under various names and brands, are not produced following internationally accepted safety regulations. There are numerous reports around the world of these devices spontaneously combusting and causing fires even when they are off or not in use.

 

External battery charging banks pose a safety risk to students and the school and as a result they will no longer be permitted on campus.

 

Additionally, in the interest of your and your child’s safety, we recommend that you do not purchase these devices and safely dispose of any such devices you may already have at home as left unattended they pose a fire-risk in your home.

Many thanks for your understanding and ensuring the continued safety of your child.

Kind Regards,

El Alsson School