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Firefighters Trained to Respond to Emergencies Involving Electric Vehicles: Chief Fire Officer
Firefighters on the island are receiving training to respond to emergencies involving electric vehicles as their numbers increase. Chief Fire Officer Errol Maynard stated that the initiative aims to equip members to manage potential hazards. Fifty trainees will cover different aspects of EVs.
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Firefighters are being trained to respond in cases of emergencies involving electric vehicles as the machines increase on the island.
Chief Fire Officer Errol Maynard said the training initiative began as a way to ensure their members were equipped to manage all possible hazards borne out of the technological advances in society.
Fifty trainees will cover various components of electrical vehicle as first responders.
“While we haven’t encountered any significant incidents involving electric vehicles as yet this training embodies our proactive approach to readiness and preparedness. . . (JRN)
