Salvage Yard Safety and Dismantling

The training is developed to educate and assist dismantlers in the safe handling of the different parts of EV & gasoline-electric hybrid vehicle. The cars are similar to disassemble with the exception of the high voltage electrical system. It is important to recognize and understand the high voltage electrical system features and specifications as they may not be familiar to dismantlers.

High voltage electricity powers an electric motor, generator, power steering, electric inverter compressor (for air conditioner) and inverter.All other conventional automotive electrical devices such as the Headlights, radio, and gauges are powered from a separate 12-Volt battery.

Numerous safeguards have been designed to help ensure the high voltage, approximately 300-Volt, Nickel Metal Hydride (NiMH) Hybrid Vehicle (HV) battery pack is kept safe and secure in an accident.

The NiMH HV battery pack contains sealed batteries that are similar to rechargeable batteries used in laptop computers, cell phones, and other consumer products. The electrolyte is absorbed in the cell plates and will not normally leak out even if the battery is cracked. In the unlikely event the electrolyte does leak, it can be easily neutralized with a dilute boric acid solution or vinegar.

High voltage cables, identifiable by orange insulation and connectors, are isolated from the metal chassis of the vehicle.

Additional topics contained in the guide include:

–    Hybrid & EV component identification.

–    Major hybrid and EV component locations and descriptions.

With our training, dismantlers will be able to handle the EV and hybrid-electric vehicle as safely as the dismantling of a conventional gasoline engine automobile.