IRIC Safety Bulletin – ISB2501
Published on 17 February 2025
From: NHSScotland Assure
ISB2501 - Use of vaping devices in an oxygen-rich environment – increased fire risk
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A fire occurred in a hospital ward where oxygen therapy was in use. The health board reported that the fire was caused by a spark or overheating of a patient’s vaping device. Advice is given on how the same thing can be prevented from happening again