National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium (NAFTC)

NAFTCAlternative Fuel Vehicles - Automotive Recycling Safety Training

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As the prevalence of alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) and electric vehicles (EVs) continues to grow, it becomes vital for automotive recycling operators to understand the unique safety considerations these vehicles present. The National Alternative Fuels Training Consortium provides a comprehensive online course aimed at equipping operators with the necessary knowledge for handling AFVs and EVs in recycling settings. The training encompasses key characteristics of these vehicles, safety procedures, and potential hazards. The course is self-paced, accessible worldwide via the internet, and includes seven chapters followed by a comprehensive test. Upon successful completion, participants may earn a printable certificate. This specialized training is essential to ensure safety and proper protocols in the recycling industry as more AFVs reach the end of their life cycles.
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Course Type: Online
ID: 2997_1
Completion Time: Self-paced approx. 2 hours

Alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) are becoming more common on our nation’s roadways. With increased vehicle use, more and more of these vehicles will reach the end of their life span and wind up in an automotive recycling location. While these vehicles may look like their traditional counterparts, there are key differences. As an automotive recycling operator, you should be aware of the characteristics of alternative fuel vehicles and electric drive vehicles (EVs) to ensure your safety and that of those working with you. Accessible from any computer with internet access, this AFV and Advanced Technology Vehicle Training for Automotive Recycling Operators will provide automotive recycling operators with training on safety, proper procedures to follow when interacting with AFVs and EVs, and the possible hazards of dealing with AFVs and EVs in an automotive recycling environment.

  • Discuss the importance of alternative fuel and advanced technology vehicles.
  • Properly and safely identify, assess, and approach an electric drive vehicle (EV) or alternative fuel vehicle (AFV).
  • Identify potential hazards of working with an EV or AFV.
  • Discuss fuel storage and system components of EVs and AFVs.
  • Understand basic properties of EVs and AFVs.
  • Describe correct personal protective equipment to be used in dealing with an EV or AFV.
  • Follow proper procedures for dismantling, recycling, and crushing EVs and AFVs.

This Alternative Fuel Vehicles - Automotive Recycling Safety Training course contains 7 chapters and one comprehensive test.
At the end of the course and once you have completed and passed "Chapter 7 - Course Conclusion & Comprehensive Test" , you will have the option to get a printable NAFTCC (NAFTC Certificate).