Gain an understanding of the latest developments and safety information in energy storage and solar technology with real-time classroom training in an all-digital environment.
In recent years, energy storage systems (ESS) and photovoltaic (PV) solar panels have rapidly become a reality across the United States. With the significant growth in adoption and use comes an increase in the risk of incidents of fire and related dangers. Energy Storage and Solar Systems Safety Fundamentals Live Virtual Training (LVT) focuses on providing the ability to help identify and address the unique challenges presented by these emerging renewable technologies.
This two-hour virtual training will include information on NFPA 855, Standard for the Installation of Stationary Energy Storage Systems requirements, and related criteria. The session intends to provide participants with a high-level understanding of the following:
- Overview of the various types of battery energy storage and PV systems, including applications and terminology
- Understand basic battery types, battery management systems, and solar system functions and design
- Identify the various failure modes and hazards associated with ESS and solar systems, including recent incident case studies
- Describe the importance of pre-incident planning
- Review the latest emergency response procedures for these technologies
Get the high-impact learning you require with NFPA® online training that captures the experience of being there in-person.
Energy Storage and Solar Systems Safety Fundamentals LVT brings the classroom experience to you. Developed and presented by NFPA, the course will include interactive exercises and instruction to help increase your knowledge of safeguarding installations and responding to ESS emergencies. There will also be a question and answer session with a recognized subject matter expert in the field.
Your participation earns you 0.2 continuing education units (CEUs). Pass a post-attendance online assessment to receive your Certificate of Completion.
Learn to comply with critical stationary energy storage system requirements to help reduce incidents and keep people and property safe.
Energy Storage and Solar Systems Safety Fundamentals Live Virtual Training is the cost-effective and convenient way to stay up to date with the latest information on modern ESS and Photovoltaic developments. Register today.
Who Will Benefit:
Electricians, electrical inspectors, building owners, insurance representatives, facility maintenance personnel, Fire Service and emergency responders who may respond to incidents involving high voltage energy storage or solar systems incidents.
Certificate of Completion:
To demonstrate your proficiency, go online to take the course assessment. Once you successfully complete the assessment and course evaluation you can download and print your Certificate of Completion.
Continuing Education Credit:
Earn .2 hours or 2 hours for this 2-hour live virtual training. Attendance is required to earn CEUs. Please verify applicability with your professional board or organization before attending.
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The premier training experience from NFPA: now customized with virtual instruction for your workplace, administered by recognized experts who developed the codes and standards. For more information, contact us at 1-800-344-3555 or e-mail virtualtraining@nfpa.org.
Group Training:
For more information or to receive a price quote for NFPA group training, please call 877-336-3280 or e-mail grouptraining@nfpa.org.