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Electric & Hybrid Vehicles

- Hazard Awareness

We've put together a small quiz to test your knowledge about electric vehicles and the related hazards.

To begin the quiz please click on the image below:

What affect do petrol and diesel engines have on the environment? Click on the correct statement They help deplete natural resources and contribute to increasing CO2 emissions They help deplete natural resources and reduce CO2 emissions They contribute to increasing CO2 emissions but help reduce global warming

By what name are traditionally powered vehicles, equipped with a start-stop system, sometimes also known? Hybrid Hybrid-active Micro-hybrid

Which vehicle uses a high-voltage battery? Electric vehicle Hybrid vehicle Both electric and hybrid vehicles

Which of the following vehicles produces zero emissions? Traditional Hybrid Electric

Which vehicle has the smallest number of principle components? Traditional vehicle Hybrid vehicle Electric vehicle

What is meant by the term regeneration? It’s when electricity is generated during deceleration and braking It’s when the battery is charged during engine idling It’s when the battery is recharged from the mains supply

How can you identify a high-voltage cable? They are coloured red They have the wording “high-voltage” etched into their insulation They are coloured orange

What makes the risk of an electric shock from a high-voltage battery possibly more dangerous than that from an AC circuit? The higher voltage The lower amperage The greater available amperage

What voltage is likely to be available from the battery of an electric vehicle or hybrid? 12V 24V 300V

What should be done when working on a vehicle in the workshop? Remove all petrol or diesel powered vehicles from the workshop. Cordon off the area surrounding the vehicle with barriers and clearly visible warning notices. Keep any remote or smart keys locked away at a safe distance.

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