FW: NVFC Releases Updated Electric Vehicle Awareness Training

[Pannell, Donald]

Good morning,

 

In case you or members of your department have a need for Electric Vehicle Awareness Training, the National Volunteer Fire Council is offering free access to their updated course on this topic for a limited time. See the email below from NVFC with more information and a link to register for the 1.5-hour self-paced training opportunity.

 

In service,

 

Donald Pannell, M.S., EFO
Fire Management Consultant
UT Municipal Technical Advisory Service

7777 Walnut Grove Road, Suite 3, Box 14
Memphis, Tennessee 38120

donald....@tennessee.edu
(901) 233-1434 Mobile | (865) 974-0411 Office
mtas.tennessee.edu

 

From: National Volunteer Fire Council <donot...@nvfc.org>
Sent: Thursday, January 15, 2026 10:01 AM
Subject: NVFC Releases Updated Electric Vehicle Awareness Training

 

Take this course for FREE!

 

 

Updated Course Now Available The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is pleased to announce the release of the updated course, Electric Vehicle Safety: An Awareness Level Training. Taking an estimated 1.5 hours to complete, this on-demand, self-paced course introduces first responders to hybrid and electric vehicles (EV), shares data and resources relating to EV response, and equips first responders with the knowledge and tools to respond more safely when a hybrid or electric vehicle is involved in an incident.   Updated information includes: Improved clarity on electrical shock risks Expanded fire suppression and extinguishment techniques Strengthened guidance on battery disconnection and de-energization Additional PPE and hazmat considerations Enhanced EV identification and response best practices Addition of EV infrastructure and charging station fire risks Updated references With the number of EVs on the roadways increasing, it is important for emergency responders to understand the unique aspects of incidents involving these types of vehicles. Take this training now and share with your crew to enhance safety and improve response.   This course is available free to all for a limited time.         Register Now

 

 

 

 

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