Avoiding Electrocution: Dedham Firefighters Learn Hybrid Ropes
Hybrid vehicles pose many different dangers for firefighters when responding to an accident or car fire.
Roughly a decade after the introduction of hybrid and electric cars on U.S. roads, fire departments are receiving training on how to handle the vehicles that can cause many unique and dangerous hazards. Dedham firefighters spent the week learning how to approach a car accident involving a hybrid vehicle, what to stay away from when popping the hood and tips on how to avoid getting electrocuted. "We are going to take our initial precautions and disable the electric system - and do our best to stay safe," said Deputy Chief Bill Spillane. Spillane spent time receiving training, at no cost to the department, from the National Fire Protection Association. Many state fire academies, including Massachusetts, do not have programs in place to …
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