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WVU SafeLandUSA Instructor Portal

WVU SafeLandUSA is a training course developed by WVU-Safety & Health Extension and accredited by the Energy Training Council.  WVU SafeLandUSA is a picture-based orientation course and has proven to relate safety hazards in a practical and clear manner for employees.  The curriculum was developed by safety and industry professionals working in the Appalachian Basin. 

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Training for automotive Towing and Roadside, managers and technicians on how to effectively and safely interact with alternative fuel vehicles, including electric, propane, natural gas, ethanol, hydrogen, and biodiesel.

Training for automotive salvage owners, managers and technicians on how to effectively and safely interact with alternative fuel vehicles, including electric, propane, natural gas, ethanol, hydrogen, and biodiesel. 100% self-paced



WELCOME TO THE COURSE!

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.

What will you learn in this course...

• 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 the 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.

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 Before you  get started with the course , you will want to  read the course instructions.

This course focuses on recommendations for an accreditable EV Automotive  Associate of Science degree program.