Objectives

At the conclusion of this course, you will be able to: 

  • Describe the basic principles of solar energy and electricity and some common strategies to avoid electrical shock.
  • Describe the factors that contribute to fireground injuries and fatalities during incidents involving photovoltaic systems.
  • Summarize the results of the experiments conducted testing PV modules during normal fireground operations.
  • Incorporate tactical considerations based on the experimental results into SOGs to improve firefighter safety. 

Course Lessons

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Introduction
0:03
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Solar Energy and Electrical Safety
0:06
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Safety Considerations
0:23
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Summary and Final Assessment
0:15