OComp invites you to a practical course on handling lithium-ion battery fires. The course, which will take place on October 28 at their new facilities in Gravdal, just outside Bergen, provides participants with unique insights into risks and preparedness measures through realistic demonstrations, including thermal runaway.
The course complies with the Norwegian Maritime Authority’s Circular 7-23 and is suitable for anyone working with safety on ships.
Increase your preparedness and understanding of lithium-ion battery fires with OComp’s practical course. This course includes unique, realistic demonstrations of lithium-ion battery fires, including a thermal runaway demonstration, providing participants with a deeper understanding of how such incidents can arise and be handled.
Date: October 28, 2024
Location: OComp’s new facilities in Gravdal, just outside Bergen
Time : 9:00
What will you learn?
The course covers:
Prevention, function, and operation of lithium-ion battery systems on board ships.
Risks and preparedness measures for lithium-ion battery fires.
Hands-on experience with handling lithium-ion battery fires, including extinguishing methods and emergency plans.
Course syllabus
Basic electro theory
Lithium-ion build-up and function
Hazards
Fire extinguisher systems
Battery systems
Handling dangers and events
Incidents and accidents
Regulations
Emergency services
This course complies with the Norwegian Maritime Authority’s Circular 7-23 – Guidelines on requirements for training in chemical energy storage on board Norwegian ships. You can read the circular here: Norwegian Maritime Authority Circular 7-23. Upon course completion, participants will receive a certificate that meets the requirements outlined in the circular.
Target audience
We recommend the following individuals to participate:
Members of safety plans on board, including fire and smoke diving teams.
Key personnel from the shore organization responsible for risk management and safety.
Practical Information
The course lasts one day and combines theory with practical exercises. After completing the course, participants will receive a certificate documenting training in accordance with the Norwegian Maritime Authority’s requirements. Before the course, participants will have access to e-learning that provides a basic introduction to the subject. Participants retain access to the e-learning after the course is completed.