Battery Electric Vehicle and Underground Fleet Electrification Safety
Prepares mine operations and engineering teams for the safe adoption of battery electric vehicles and fleet electrification in African underground and surface mines. The programme covers lithium battery hazards, charging bay design, thermal runaway response and the ventilation and fire risk changes that electrification brings. It reflects the shift many operations are making to reduce diesel particulate exposure and energy costs.
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Explain the hazards of high voltage battery systems and stored electrical energy.
Assess thermal runaway and battery fire risks and plan response measures.
Design safe charging bays, swap stations and isolation procedures.
Adapt ventilation and fire strategy for electrified underground fleets.
Establish safe handling, storage and disposal practices for mining batteries.
Develop operator and maintenance competencies for electric mining equipment.
Course outline
01Fundamentals of battery electric mining equipment
02High voltage and stored energy hazards
03Thermal runaway and battery fire response
04Charging bay and swap station design
05Ventilation and fire strategy for electrified fleets
06Battery handling, storage and disposal
07Operator and maintenance competency requirements
Who should attend
This programme is designed for mine engineers, fleet managers, electrical supervisors and safety practitioners planning or operating battery electric mining equipment.
Fees are per delegate. South African venues are priced in rand; other locations and online in US dollars. Fees exclude 15% VAT where applicable. Group bookings of three or more delegates from the same organisation qualify for a reduced rate; contact us for a quotation.
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