Training

One million advanced electric vehicles are expected to be on the road by 2015
The National Fire Protection Association's (NFPA) Electric Vehicle Safety Training project is providing firefighters and first responders with the information and materials necessary to respond to emergency situations involving electric vehicles. This training will help first responders identify electric vehicles and respond to common hazards. The project is being funded by a $4.4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Energy.

Our Electric Vehicle Safety Training team started a nationwide training tour last summer, delivering EV classroom trainings to thousands of first responders. Now, NFPA is going to be bringing the same EV training program to your computer, your department and your community. This soon-to-released training will include all the same topics covered in the classroom course:

• Identification of electric & hybrid vehicles
• Overview of vehicle electrical and safety systems
• Immobilization process
• Power-down procedures
• Emergency operations (battery fire, submersion)
• Vehicle fire recommended practices
• EV extrication awareness, including high-strength steel
• EV charging stations

The online, self-paced program is designed to provide first responders with the tools and information they need to safely handle emergency situations involving EVs, PHEVs, and charging stations. Details coming soon.

Classroom Training
See information on our state train-the-trainer classroom courses.

Online Training for the Chevrolet Volt
NFPA, Chevrolet, and OnStar have launched Electric Vehicle Safety Training for the Chevrolet Volt, an extended-range electric vehicle. The training features an inside look at the vehicle's technology and safety systems. Be sure to check out our other training resources for the Chevrolet Volt.