{"id":3802,"date":"2025-12-14T14:20:30","date_gmt":"2025-12-14T13:20:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/risk-analysis-for-charging-stations\/"},"modified":"2026-04-08T18:55:17","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T16:55:17","slug":"risk-analysis-for-charging-stations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/en\/risk-assessments\/risk-analysis-for-charging-stations\/","title":{"rendered":"Risk analysis for charging stations"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; remove_bottom_col_margin=&#8221;true&#8221; columns_right=&#8221;yes&#8221; offset_overlay_header=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1765193168712{background-position: 0 0 !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/5&#8243;]<figure class=\"vcex-image vcex-module intro-image\"><div class=\"vcex-image-inner wpex-relative wpex-inline-block\"><img width=\"2560\" height=\"1689\" src=\"https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/shutterstock_1890460564-scaled.jpg\" class=\"vcex-image-img wpex-align-middle wpex-aspect-1-1 wpex-object-cover\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/shutterstock_1890460564-scaled.jpg 2560w, https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/shutterstock_1890460564-scaled-300x198.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/shutterstock_1890460564-scaled-1024x676.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/shutterstock_1890460564-scaled-768x507.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/shutterstock_1890460564-scaled-1536x1013.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/shutterstock_1890460564-scaled-2048x1351.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/div><\/figure>[\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;3\/5&#8243;]<style>.vcex-heading.vcex_69dd0be535f0f{width:500px;font-size:var(--wpex-text-3xl);}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-heading.vcex_69dd0be535f0f{font-size:var(--wpex-text-5xl);}}<\/style><h1 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-heading-w-badge vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl wpex-h1 wpex-max-w-100 wpex-mr-auto vcex_69dd0be535f0f\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Risk analysis for charging stations <span class=\"vcex-heading-badge wpex-badge\">Prevent fires in your parking garage<\/span><\/span><\/h1><div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; font_size=&#8221;d:lg|pp:xl&#8221; line_height=&#8221;1.5em&#8221;]Before installing charging stations in your parking garage, it is advisable to determine whether your company&#8217;s electrical installation can support a charging system. We are pleased to calculate the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/en\/electrical-engineering\/feasibility-study-for-charging-stations\/\">feasibility of charging stations<\/a> for your specific situation. This allows you to understand the cost-benefit ratio, the most advantageous scenarios, and the estimated investment cost.<\/p>\n<p>Additionally, a risk analysis for charging stations is mandatory when installing them in an enclosed parking garage. The risk analysis provides clarity on safety risks specifically related to charging stations and electric vehicles. This ensures you know which modifications are required to install the charging stations safely.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div><style>.vcex-button.vcex_69dd0be536c91:hover{background:var(--wpex-palette-15-color)!important;color:var(--wpex-palette-18-color)!important;}.vcex-button.vcex_69dd0be536c91{font-size:var(--wpex-text-base);}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-button.vcex_69dd0be536c91{font-size:var(--wpex-text-lg);}}<\/style><style>@media (max-width:479px){.vcex_69dd0be538283{font-size:var(--wpex-text-lg)!important;}}<\/style><a href=\"https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/en\/contact\/\" class=\"vcex-button theme-button inline vcex_69dd0be538283 vcex_69dd0be536c91\"><span class=\"vcex-button-inner theme-button-inner wpex-flex wpex-flex-wrap wpex-items-center wpex-justify-center\">Request your risk analysis<\/span><\/a> [\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; remove_bottom_col_margin=&#8221;true&#8221; typography_style=&#8221;white&#8221; wpex_fixed_bg=&#8221;fixed&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay=&#8221;color&#8221; wpex_bg_overlay_color=&#8221;palette-15&#8243; wpex_bg_overlay_opacity=&#8221;90%&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1773773270691{background-image: url(https:\/\/www.relyonelectrical.be\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/shutterstock_1121414222-scaled.jpg?id=544) !important;}&#8221; wpex_bg_position=&#8221;center center&#8221;][vc_column]<style>.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be538ddf .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-2xl);font-weight:300;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be538ddf .vcex-teaser-text{font-weight:300;}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be538ddf .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-3xl);}}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53943c .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-2xl);color:var(--wpex-palette-15-color);font-weight:300;margin-block-end:20px;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53943c .vcex-teaser-text{font-weight:300;color:var(--wpex-palette-15-color);}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53943c .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-3xl);}}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be539a50 .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-2xl);font-weight:300;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be539a50 .vcex-teaser-text{font-weight:300;}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be539a50 .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-3xl);}}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-flex-container vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-gap-20 wpex-flex-col relyon-boxes vcex-flex-container_69dd0be538616\"><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-teaser wpex-flex wpex-flex-col vcex_69dd0be538ddf\"><div class=\"vcex-teaser-content\"><h2 class=\"vcex-teaser-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-xl\">Installing charging stations? Risk analysis first! <\/h2><div class=\"vcex-teaser-text wpex-mt-10 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>From a practical standpoint, the charging infrastructure\u2014which represents a significant modification to your electrical installation\u2014must naturally comply with the AREI (the General Regulations on Electrical Installations). An inspection before the charging stations are commissioned is therefore essential.<\/p>\n<p>However, that is not all. The use of such significant amounts of electrical current also involves certain risks. A fire in an electric vehicle lasts a long time and is dangerous. Naturally, you want to prevent this.<\/p>\n<p>By identifying and assessing the potential risks of your charging station installations, you prevent hazards such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>overheating<\/li>\n<li>short circuits<\/li>\n<li>electrical fires<\/li>\n<li>electric shocks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You will then be assured of a safe and reliable charging infrastructure, contributing safely to the reduction of our fossil footprint.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-teaser vcex-teaser-three wpex-flex wpex-flex-col wpex-shadow-none wpex-surface-2 vc_custom_1774269469004 vcex_69dd0be53943c\" style=\"background:var(--wpex-palette-16-color);\"><div class=\"vcex-teaser-content wpex-p-20\"><h2 class=\"vcex-teaser-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-xl\">Are charging stations mandatory?<\/h2><div class=\"vcex-teaser-text wpex-mt-10 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>For new industrial buildings, installing charging stations\u2014or providing cable ducts for future installation\u2014is mandatory for parking lots with more than 10 spaces.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-teaser wpex-flex wpex-flex-col vcex_69dd0be539a50\"><div class=\"vcex-teaser-content\"><h2 class=\"vcex-teaser-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-xl\">Which charging stations are covered?<\/h2><div class=\"vcex-teaser-text wpex-mt-10 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>Our experts perform risk analyses for all types of charging installations for electric cars or electric two-wheelers (bicycles, speed pedelecs, scooters).<\/p>\n<p>We map the risks of charging stations in public or corporate environments.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row column_spacing=&#8221;60&#8243;][vc_column]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear show-at-mm-breakpoint\" style=\"height:30px;\"><\/div><style>.vcex-heading.vcex_69dd0be53a13d{font-size:var(--wpex-text-2xl);font-weight:300;}@media (max-width:479px){.vcex-heading.vcex_69dd0be53a13d{font-size:var(--wpex-text-3xl);}}<\/style><h2 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-heading-w-badge vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl wpex-h2 vcex_69dd0be53a13d\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Risk analysis for electric vehicle charging stations <span class=\"vcex-heading-badge wpex-badge\">What can you expect?<\/span><\/span><\/h2><div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div>[vc_column_text align=&#8221;left&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221; width=&#8221;800px&#8221; font_weight=&#8221;300&#8243;]Our experts visit the site to determine whether there are potential hazards in or around the charging infrastructure. We analyze various factors, such as:[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-spacing wpex-w-100 wpex-clear\"><\/div><style>.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53aafe .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-lg);font-weight:700;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53aafe .vcex-teaser-text{font-weight:300;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53b051 .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-lg);font-weight:700;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53b051 .vcex-teaser-text{font-weight:300;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53b59c .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-lg);font-weight:700;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53b59c .vcex-teaser-text{font-weight:300;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53bae5 .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-lg);}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53bae5 .vcex-teaser-text{font-weight:300;}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53c023 .vcex-teaser-heading{font-size:var(--wpex-text-lg);}.vcex-teaser.vcex_69dd0be53c023 .vcex-teaser-text{font-weight:300;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-flex-container vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-gap-20 wpex-flex-col relyon-boxes vcex-flex-container_69dd0be53a73c\"><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-teaser wpex-flex wpex-flex-col vcex_69dd0be53aafe\"><div class=\"vcex-teaser-content\"><h3 class=\"vcex-teaser-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-xl\">Location risks<\/h3><div class=\"vcex-teaser-text wpex-mt-10 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>Where are the charging stations located (or where will they be located)? Which environmental factors do the charging stations encounter? Which factors could affect the safety and performance of the charging stations? Consider, for example, the weather or surrounding traffic.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-teaser wpex-flex wpex-flex-col vcex_69dd0be53b051\"><div class=\"vcex-teaser-content\"><h3 class=\"vcex-teaser-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-xl\">Potential overloading<\/h3><div class=\"vcex-teaser-text wpex-mt-10 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>An essential part of the risk analysis is calculating the required power capacity and ensuring a suitable power supply to prevent overloading.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-teaser wpex-flex wpex-flex-col vcex_69dd0be53b59c\"><div class=\"vcex-teaser-content\"><h3 class=\"vcex-teaser-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-xl\">Technical evaluation<\/h3><div class=\"vcex-teaser-text wpex-mt-10 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>We compare the technical specifications of the charging stations with the compatibility of the electric vehicles. Are they aligned? Do they comply with the required standards and guidelines?<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-teaser wpex-flex wpex-flex-col vcex_69dd0be53bae5\"><div class=\"vcex-teaser-content\"><h3 class=\"vcex-teaser-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-xl\">Safety measures<\/h3><div class=\"vcex-teaser-text wpex-mt-10 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>Are the necessary protection mechanisms in place, such as residual current devices and overheating protection?<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vcex-module vcex-teaser wpex-flex wpex-flex-col vcex_69dd0be53c023\"><div class=\"vcex-teaser-content\"><h3 class=\"vcex-teaser-heading wpex-heading wpex-text-xl\">Regulations and standards<\/h3><div class=\"vcex-teaser-text wpex-mt-10 wpex-last-mb-0 wpex-clr\"><p>Naturally, the risk analysis is fully aligned with the applicable safety standards and regulations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A risk analysis for charging stations provides clarity before you install charging stations in your parking garage. 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