Course #
24-EVS-1
Course Length
8 Hours
Lead Instructor(s)
Guy Arndt
Course Cost
- In-County: $20
- Out-of-County: $40
Course Goal
The goal of this course is to provide the student with have an awareness level of knowledge and skills necessary to respond to and function at a vehicle accident/rescue incident involving electric vehicles.
Course Description
This course will provide an awareness-level of information and skills as it pertains to vehicle rescue incidents involving electric vehicles. Topics will include: incident management; tools/equipment; vehicle anatomy/design; hazard control, patient access, care, and packaging; disentanglement; extrication and termination.
Prerequisites
- PA State Fire Academy approved or recognized Hazardous Materials Awareness or higher level of Hazardous Materials training or certification.
Student Equipment / Supply Needs
- Pen/Pencil
- Notebook
- Helmet, gloves, turnout coat, turnout pants, boots, protective hood, and protective eyewear (safety glasses or goggles)
