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. Topics include: myths versus reality with regard to hybrid electric vehicles (HEV), plug-in hybrid electric (PHEV) and electric vehicle safety concerns (EV); basic electric concepts and hazards; vehicle systems and safety features; initial response procedures; and, emergency operations. The course provides for student interaction and scenarios to provide expand learning principles established in the course.

Prerequisites

  • Firefighter I and II or equivalent.
  • Participants shall also have a background in vehicle extrication.

Missouri Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST)

  • 4 hours Technical

Fee: 0.00

Host: Drexel Community Fire Protection District 410 East Bates Street Drexel MO

Contact: Sheryl Booker at 816-739-6984 or sherylgreene@hotmail.com

Sessions: February 15, 2025 09:00-13:00

Partners: State Farm Insurance

State Farm Insurance — Funding provided by State Farm Insurance as a donation to support training for fire and emergency service personnel.