What is Energy Hazard Response Training?
The Program
What does EHRT Offer?
EHT 4 RESPONSE offers comprehensive Energy Hazard training (EHT) to both the Fire Service and National Energy providers. For the Energy Industry, our training focuses on improving collaboration with local first responders, drawing from Chris Greene’s firsthand experience with Seattle City Light. By fostering cooperation, we create predictable expectations for both energy providers and first responders. Predictability leads to safer and more efficient emergency responses while nurturing strong relationships between the Energy and Fire Service sectors.
The Importance
Closing The Energy Gap
Energy hazard knowledge is one of the biggest training gaps for our first responders. Nothing exposed this problem more than Lithium-ion battery fires. But don’t be fooled, Li battery fires are only 1 piece of a much larger “Energy Battleship”. Learn how to quickly recognize these Energy hazards and strengthen you risk tolerance.
- Working with the Energy Providers
- Solar / PV Arrays
- Substations
- Switchgear spaces
- Vaults/Utility spaces
- Transformers / Rectifiers
- Lithium-Ion – Cell types / Use platforms
- AC vs DC
- Overhead and Underground Electrical
- Voltage rated tools and PPE
- Offensive and Defensive Tactics
- Conducting an Energy Hazard size-up
- Energy as part of your RBA
Our Partnerships
Who Has Chris Worked With?
We continue to work closely with esteemed organizations such as the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF), the International Code Council (ICC), the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), the Fire Safety and Research Institute (FSRI) in collaboration with Underwriters Laboratory (UL), and the National Urban Security Technology Laboratory (NUSTL), a division of the Department of Homeland Security. These collaborations reinforce our dedication to staying at the forefront of the industry and advancing energy response training for all.
Get Started
Begin Your Journey
At EHT 4 RESPONDERS, we are committed to preparing our heroes in the Fire Service for the challenges of today and tomorrow. Join us in creating a safer, more informed, and interconnected emergency response community. Together, we can make a difference when it matters most.