Course Overview

This course contains the   knowledge and skills required to work safely around any Electric/Hybrid vehicle.  This one day course offers a great introduction to this specialised industry sector which in addition to complimenting their current industry qualifications and experience, will enable vehicle maintenance and repair technicians to continue to work safely on an Electric/Hybrid vehicle, but NOT to work on any high voltage components or systems.

All delegates will be provided with PPE Safety equipment to use on the day, which includes the necessary compliant Class Zero Rated High Voltage rubber gloves, leather Electrical Protection Gauntlets, cloth under-gloves and a full-faced visor. 

Note:  Employers must possess the high voltage tooling and equipment, necessary for technicians to work safely on any Electric/Hybrid vehicle in the workplace.   Our full EV Workshop Pack can be purchased at a hugely discounted rate directly from us.  For further details regarding the employers equipment requirements for this course, please call us on 01908 969992.

Who is this course aimed at?

This course is designed for Motor Vehicle Maintenance, Mechanical Electrical Trim, or Accident Repair Technicians who may encounter Electric/Hybrid vehicles within a routine working situation.  The course is aimed at skilled Technicians who have an interest in gaining the technical knowledge and practical skills to work safely when carrying out routine maintenance activities on Electric/Hybrid vehicles.

Individuals interested in taking this course will need to possess the appropriate practical experience of 2 years or more in vehicle maintenance and/or repair at NVQ level 2, IMI Accreditation  or equivalent.

Course Duration

1 day.

Course Content

The content of this qualification will provide delegates with the knowledge and skills required to work safely on Electric/Hybrid vehicles whilst carrying out routine maintenance and repair activities (NOT high voltage components or systems).  This may include vehicles that may have or had damage to their high energy/electrical system.

It contains one mandatory unit, practical learning and assessment, a written knowledge check, plus an online test covering:

• Electric/Hybrid vehicle system components and operation
• hazards surrounding electric/hybrid vehicles
• how to reduce the risks to yourself and others when working on electric/hybrid vehicles
• safely preparing the vehicle when carrying out routine maintenance (NOT high voltage components or systems)

What will this course provide?

• Recognised IMI Qualification
• Increased knowledge, skills and safety awareness
• Increase in confidence and self worth

Delegates successfully completing this qualification will acquire significant core knowledge and the ability to work safely around and maintain Electric/Hybrid vehicles.

This qualification will help support their progression onto our level 3 qualification, carrying out repair and replacement of high voltage components on Electric/Hybrid vehicles:

• Level 3 Award in Electric/Hybrid Vehicle Repair and Replacement