NFPA’s Fire Service Photovoltaic & Battery Energy Storage Systems Safety Training

Date of Training: Monday May 13, 2019

The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) is excited to offer its newly updated fire service Photovoltaic & Battery Energy Storage Systems Safety Training – train-the-trainer classroom course to the United States fire service. Recognizing that energy storage and solar systems are rapidly becoming a reality across the country, NFPA has developed the Photovoltaic & Battery Energy Storage Systems Safety Training program to help the fire service handle the unique challenges presented by these emerging technologies. This engaging instructor-led course is taught by NFPA’s highly knowledgeable and experienced instructors, and covers the following topics:         

• Introduction to energy storage system & solar concepts including applications, types, and terminology
• Basic electrical theory
• Introduction to photovoltaic systems
• Introduction to battery energy storage systems including lead acid, lithium-ion, sodium sulfur, and flow batteries
• Failure modes and hazards
• Pre-incident planning
• Emergency response procedures

 Is this relevant??  Yes!  Click here for an example from a few days ago: Arizona Energy Storage Fire 

Who is this training for?

Fire Marshals, Fire Inspectors, Engine Companies, Training Officer’s and Fire Protection Engineers

    Sponsored by:

• Society of Fire Protection Engineers - Rocky Mountain Chapter
• Fire Marshals Association of Colorado 

Please register by Friday May 10th.