Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Safety Flashcards
What must hybrid and electric vehicles be marked with by law?
The word ‘hybrid’ or ‘electric’ or have a model name that is exclusively sold as hybrid/electric
Examples include Nissan Leaf, Toyota Prius, Chevy Volt, Tesla Model S.
Where can you find badging that identifies a vehicle as electric/hybrid?
On trunk lids, rear hatches, and front quarter panels
Badging helps in the identification of electric/hybrid vehicles.
What visual clue may indicate a vehicle is electric/hybrid when looking at the dash?
If it looks like a ‘space ship’
This design often indicates advanced technology typical of electric/hybrid vehicles.
What should you announce when you identify an electric/hybrid vehicle at an accident scene?
That you are working with an electric/hybrid vehicle
This announcement triggers important safety actions.
What is the first action to take after identifying an electric/hybrid vehicle at an accident scene?
Chock the wheels
This is crucial as electric or hybrid vehicles can move silently and unexpectedly.
What should you apply to ensure the vehicle remains stationary?
The parking brake
The parking brake may not always be a handle; it can also be an electric push button.
What must be done to the ignition of an electric/hybrid vehicle?
Turn the ignition off
This is essential as the ignition enables high voltage components.
Why is it important to control the 12 volt battery in an electric/hybrid vehicle?
It enables the high voltage components and is important for airbag control
The 12 volt battery may not always be located under the hood.
What should be monitored for heat build-up in electric/hybrid vehicles?
High voltage battery packs
Heat build-up can result in a fire in the vehicle.
Fill in the blank: Electric/hybrid vehicles must be identified by their _______.
[markings or model names]
What 5 actions should be taken when it is realized you are working on an electric vehicle?
Chock the wheels
Apply the parking break
Turn the ignition off
Control the 12 colt battery
Look for leaking battery packs
