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Electric Vehicle (EV) Safety
Servicing Electric Vehicles will introduce new hazards to the auto industry. Now, businesses are dealing with new compliance questions and challenges never seen in this industry – high voltage electricity, battery fires, and special shipping or storage needs for EV batteries.
Now more than ever, it is important for businesses to install safety programs to train employees and maintain compliance. We’ve built this resource hub to help you stay up to speed on EV Safety.
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5 EV Possible Points of Energetic Failure
Energetic failure in electric vehicles can pose a danger to both your dealership and your employees.
Latest EV Safety Articles
Got EV Questions? Ask Our Expert!
Looking to stay safe and up-to-date when it comes to electric vehicles? Our EV safety experts have you covered with the latest best practices.
EV Hazards: Staying Safe with Proper PPE
When working with EVs, exposure to high-voltage batteries is a risky endeavor. That’s where personal protective equipment comes into play.
EV Safety: Understanding Electricity
When your work involves electrical vehicles, it’s imperative to understand the mechanics of electricity to stay safe on the job. Here’s a primer.
EV Hazards: Preparing an EV Battery for Shipping
Once a service technician removes an EV battery and prepares it for shipping, they’ll need to assess its’ risk before packaging it. Here’s how.
EV Hazards: How to Assess the Risk of Battery Fire Outside a Vehicle
Need to assess an EV battery that’s outside a vehicle? Got a new battery ready to install or one you’ve removed for shipping? Here’s what to do to stay safe.
EV Hazards: How to Assess the Risk of Battery Fire Inside a Vehicle
Assessing high-voltage EV batteries isn’t the easiest task, but we’re here to break it down for you. Follow these steps to asses your risk.
Anatomy of an EV Battery
Here’s your guide to determining which EV batteries pose more risk than others so you can classify them as critical, high, or average.
EV Safety: Do You Know the 5 Points of Energetic Failure?
Energetic failure in electric vehicles can pose a danger to both your facility and your employees. Check out the possible points of energetic failure in EVs.
EV Hazards: Tips to Reduce Fire and Storage Hazards in Your Dealership
Let’s take a closer look at EV fire risks, severity, and the hazards associated with storing EV batteries onsite. Learn steps to reduce these risks.
Working With Electric Vehicles: An Interview with KPA’s Wayne Curtis
On this episode of The Safety Meeting, we discuss the rise of electric vehicles and how dealerships can address EV safety concerns. Listen in!
Stacking Up EV Maintenance and Repair Costs
With billions set aside for charging infrastructure and surging demand – EVs are a huge opportunity for dealers. Let’s look at maintenance and repair costs.
How Much Range Do EV Buyers Need? A Helpful Visual
As the growth in EVs continues, it’s important for your team to understand the ins and outs of owning them – and even more important, be able to share that info with prospective buyers.
Stay on top of EV Safety requirements with KPA.
We designed KPA’s EV safety and compliance solution to help you prepare your facility, educate your staff, and document/maintain OSHA compliance. The elements of the program include consulting, documents, and training delivered through the Vera Suite platform.
