EV Fire Solutions Safety Training
Know the risks, and exactly what to do when a battery fails
Lithium-ion batteries now power e-bikes, e-scooters, tools, phones, laptops and home energy storage. They deliver real benefits, but they behave very differently to ordinary fires. This self-paced online course shows you how these batteries fail, how to spot the warning signs early, how to charge and store devices safely, and how to respond calmly if one ever fails.
Who it's for
Built for anyone who lives or works around lithium batteries
What you'll be able to do
Clear, practical outcomes
- Explain what a lithium-ion battery is and where it's used
- Recognise common battery hazards and their causes
- Identify the warning signs before a battery fails
- Understand thermal runaway and why it's hard to stop
- Charge and store batteries and devices safely
- Respond appropriately to a battery fire or failure
- Know when to evacuate and when to call 000
- Understand the role of specialised fire safety equipment
What's inside
The course at a glance
- Understanding lithium-ion batteries
- Understanding thermal runaway
- Common causes of battery fires
- Warning signs
- Safe charging practices
- Safe storage
- Emergency response
- Response equipment
- Preventing battery fires
For workplaces, facilities and fleets
Train your whole team
A consistent safety baseline across your staff and site managers, delivered online and completed at each person's own pace. Every learner finishes with a certificate you can keep on file for your records and safety documentation.
- Same training for every person, on any device
- Certificate of completion for each learner
- Supports your safe-handling and emergency planning
What's included
Everything you need, in one place
In this course
Written for Australian homes, workplaces and fleets, and backed by current fire-service and ACCC data. This is awareness-level training and does not certify competency to respond to a fire; in any real emergency, call 000.
How do I access the course after I buy it?+
As soon as your order is confirmed, you'll receive an email with a link to open the course. It runs in your web browser, so there's nothing to download or install.
What device do I need?+
Any phone, tablet or computer with a web browser. No app is required. We'd suggest bookmarking the page so it's easy to return to.
How long does it take?+
About 60 minutes in total, across 10 short modules. It's fully self-paced, so you can stop and pick up where you left off anytime. Your progress saves automatically.
Do I get a certificate?+
Yes. Once you pass the final assessment (80%), you can generate a certificate of completion, valid for 12 months.
Is this accredited training?+
No. This is an awareness course designed to help you understand lithium-ion battery risks and respond safely. It isn't a formal qualification or a substitute for accredited fire training.
Can I get a refund?+
Because the course is a digital product you get access to immediately, we generally can't offer refunds once it has been opened. If something isn't working or you can't access it, email us at sales@evfiresolutions.com.au and we'll sort it out.
Course scope & limitations
This course is designed to build general awareness of lithium-ion battery fire risks, warning signs, and basic emergency response principles. It is an informational and educational course only. Completion of this course, and any certificate issued on completion, does not constitute professional certification, a trade qualification, or a statement of competency under the Australian Qualifications Framework. It does not qualify the holder to perform emergency response, firefighting, hazardous materials handling, or any other regulated activity. EV Fire Solutions makes no warranty, express or implied, that completing this course will prevent, mitigate, or guarantee a safe outcome in any actual battery fire or emergency incident. Every incident is different, and outcomes depend on many factors beyond the scope of this course. Learners and their employers remain responsible for complying with all applicable workplace health and safety laws, manufacturer instructions, and local emergency service guidance, regardless of completion of this course. To the maximum extent permitted by law, EV Fire Solutions disclaims liability for any loss, damage, injury, or claim arising from reliance on the content of this course or the actions of any person who has completed it.