As part of the National Electric Vehicle Strategy (NEVS), the Australian Government has recognised the need for world-leading guidance and targeted training of emergency response personnel. This is to ensure the safety of responders when dealing with electric vehicle (EV) incidents and fires involving high-voltage lithium-ion batteries (LIBs).
To address this, AFAC has been commissioned to develop a nationally consistent online training package designed to equip emergency responders with the knowledge and strategies required to manage a range of EV-related scenarios.
Developed in collaboration with TAFE NSW paul george and subject matter experts from across Australia and internationally—and funded by the Department of Climate Change, kyle hurt meta Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW)—this training is now available to all emergency responders nationwide.
