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Energy Storage and Solar Systems Safety Fundamentals Live Virtual Training

Energy Storage and Solar Systems Safety Fundamentals Live Virtual Training

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    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.

    Learn Virtually. Apply the Code in Real Life!
    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.

  • Live Virtual Training Demo

    Attend classes in real time over the internet through our virtual classroom platform. It's the same high-quality learning experience and expert instruction you’ve come to expect from NFPA® in-person classroom training—only it’s from the comfort of your own home computer. Watch this video for more information.

     

  • Live Virtual Training Terms & Specifications

    Course Tuition: The course tuition is due and payable before starting class.

    Expiration: Participants will need to attend the training at the scheduled time of the class. The class will not be recorded. Participants will have access to the post-training assessment and course evaluation for 60 days.

    CEUs: You earn 0.1 continuing education unit (CEU) for each learning hour. To verify total numbers of CEUs for a course, please check the description tab. Upon successful completion of a course, participants will be able to download the CEUs certificate directly from the NFPA® Learning Portal. Please verify applicability with your professional board or organization.

    Specifications:

    Confirmation – You will receive a registration confirmation. Check it for accuracy!

    To access the training, go to My Profile, then to My Training, and then click on the link to the NFPA Training Portal.

    • Course materials will be available on the portal prior to the beginning of the training. It is recommended that you download and print the material before the start of the class.
    • Information on how to access the live event will be posted to the NFPA portal in the Information document, along with other information to help you prepare for the training.
    • On the day of training we recommend that you log in 15 minutes prior to the start of the session.
    • For optimal Live online course performance, please use Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, or IE® as your web browser.
    • Refunds
      To receive a full refund for live virtual training, NFPA must receive written notification of your desire to cancel your registration via fax, mail, or email at least 7 business days prior to the start of the program. If notification is received fewer than 7 business days prior to the start of the program, you may transfer your registration to a program of equal or lesser value with availability or you may transfer your registration to another person; however, no refund will be made. If no notice is received, your registration fee will be forfeited. Multiple requests to transfer the same original registration may be subject to a 20% service fee.
    • Cancellation policy
      To receive a full refund if you cancel your registration, you must notify us in writing via fax, mail, or email at least 7 business days prior to the start of the training. The fax number and mailing address are located in the top right corner of this page. Or, submit your request online. If notification is received fewer than 7 business days in advance, you may transfer to a training of equal or lesser value or transfer your registration to another person. If no notice is received, your registration fee will be forfeited.
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