AEGIS Loss Control is pleased to announce its latest webinar, Battery Energy Storage Systems Update, on November 5 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
As the number of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) facilities being installed continues to rise rapidly, it’s crucial to keep up with the evolving technology, testing standards and best practices necessary to keep these critical systems safe and operational.
Who Should Attend
Power plant, project engineering and development, as well as risk management employees and individuals engaged in renewable energy efforts, would benefit from attending this webinar on the latest developments in renewable and sustainable production and storage in the evolving, electric generation industry.
What is Covered
Large-scale battery energy storage systems are constantly evolving and continue to drive a series of ongoing improvements and modifications to the NFPA 855, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems, International Fire Code (IFC), state codes, UL Standards, and Lessons Learned.
In this webinar, we will discuss recent changes in codes and testing requirements, including updates to large-scale fire testing requirements in NFPA 855 and related testing standards. Additionally, we will review current approaches and modifications to managing battery failures and fires based on real-life events. This presentation will draw from the presenters’ standards development participation and experiences with certain fire suppression systems, as well as recent tests and events.
About the Presenters
Mark Boone has led Property Loss Control at AEGIS since 2020, managing the national team of property loss control professionals that support Underwriting and Members. A registered Fire Protection Engineer, Mark began his career in 1986. His background includes fire protection, machinery, and risk engineering across power generation, natural gas, LNG, and related energy sectors. Before joining AEGIS, he led the Corporate Risk Engineering team at Dominion Energy and, prior to that, spent 17 years in fire protection and safe shutdown engineering at nuclear power stations. Mark holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Tech. He chairs NFPA 850 and 853, serves NFPA 72 and 715, and contributes to UL standards for energy storage. His past roles include leadership positions with EEI, NEIL, AEGIS, and the Virginia Down Syndrome Association.
With over 30 years of experience, Paul Hayes has established himself as a distinguished Civil and Fire Protection Engineer, working across more than 34 states. He possesses comprehensive expertise in federal, state, and local regulatory compliance, as well as adeptness in negotiations with various regulatory authorities. Paul has managed special hazards asset protection for fire companies serving industrial and power sectors, and his active participation in code committees and development makes him a respected advisor to the BESS industry.
As a Principal Member and Task Chair for NFPA 855 and 800, Paul’s credentials encompass advising on mitigation technologies, performing risk and hazard assessments, supervising application processes, facilitating education for Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), and authoring design specifications. His professional engagements include ACP, SFPE, subject matter expert roles with FDNY, EPRI, and UL 9540 STP. He has also served on the Boards of Directors for FSSA, EEI, ESA, and CESA. Paul's leadership extends to contributions in the Suppression/Gas Detection, Toxics, and Deflagration Chapters of the NFPA 800 and 855 standards, the Lithium-Ion Safety Guide, Code Reorganization, and numerous other NFPA initiatives. His dedication to advancing industry best practices is evident in his focus on innovative design and the development of critical safety systems for Lithium-Ion Battery facilities.
For more information or to register for this webinar, contact Barbara McMaster by e-mail or at 201.508.2713.
About AEGIS Loss Control Webinars
AEGIS Loss Control is proud to host a series of webinars focusing on electric, natural gas, water and renewable operations, as well as on fire protection and generation stations. Risk managers and member company employees who work in safety, engineering and operations roles can attend from the convenience of their homes or offices. Click here to be alerted to our upcoming webinars or to access past webinars posted on our website.
