Storage of electric mobility scooters

Stockport Homes takes the health and safety of customers extremely seriously. 

There have recently been reports in the national press where an electric mobility scooter was deliberately set alight leading to the death of two people.

Stockport Homes recognises that some customers may have mobility issues which require them to use a electric mobility scooters. 

However scooters can be expensive and prone to threat of damage. They can also pose a fire or trip hazard if they are not stored correctly.  

To ensure the wellbeing and safety of everyone, the following guidance has been provided: 

• do not store mobility scooters in communal areas. Please store within your property where ever possible or out of sight of the general public;
• do not store the scooter in a place which would prevent you getting safely out of your property in the case of a fire. Ensure you have clear access and exit always;
• if you live in sheltered accommodation, your Scheme Manager will be able to advise you on the best place to store your scooter if it will not fit into your property;
• do not charge any scooter battery in a communal area;
• ensure the scooter is serviced and maintained regularly;
• if the scooter is stored outside, place an adequate cover over the scooter; and
• if the scooter is to be stored for any length of time the battery should be removed. 

Stockport Homes is currently reviewing its Policy and Procedure on Scooter Storage.

Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service offer a free home fire risk assessment service. If you have any concerns regarding fire safety within your home please contact them on 0800 555 815. Alternatively, please contact your Area Housing Office. Please can customers contact their Scheme Manager or Area Housing Office prior to purchasing a scooter.