Course Options - Choose the course which meets your needs.
VR27a - Level 1 Course
Gives an understanding of the specific requirements for the safe handling of electric and hybrid vehicles during breakdown assistance, transportation/recovery and minor repairs at the roadside
VR27b - Level 2 Course
Gives an understanding of the specific requirements for the safe handling of electric and hybrid vehicles during breakdown assistance, transportation/recovery and minor repairs at the roadside, This level 2 course includes a practical exercise to cover the procedures involved in loading/unloading a Hybrid/Electric vehicle onto a recovery vehicle/transporter.
VR27c - Level 3 Course
Gives an understanding of the specific requirements for the safe handling of electric and hybrid vehicles during breakdown assistance, transportation/recovery and minor repairs at the roadside, This level 3 course includes a practical exercise of the physical isolation/reinstatement of the high voltage system
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Course costs vary with course type & location
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All options come with Certification by the IVR
(Institute of Vehicle Recovery) to meet national compliance standards
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7 DCPC (Driver CPC) hours can be claimed from 7 hour courses if requested when booking - a DVSA/IVR Charge of £30pp applies
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You can book yourself onto upcoming courses below - We will then confirm the booking and send you all the details you need.
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You can also contact us with any questions or to request a course to be held at your site
On successful completion of this course, certificates are provided accredited/recognized by the IVR (Institute of Vehicle Recovery), NHSS 17/17(b) & PAS 43.
Electric (EV) and Hybrid Vehicles
VR 27
VR27 gives an understanding of the specific requirements for the safe handling of electric and hybrid vehicles during breakdown assistance, transportation/recovery or minor repairs at the roadside.
Key Learning Outcomes
• The health and safety requirements applicable to electric and hybrid vehicles
• The principles of hybrid and electric vehicle operation
• How to identify hybrid and electric vehicles
• The potential hazards with high voltage vehicles
• The potential hazards when hybrid and electric vehicles are damaged by impact
• How to ensure the safety of yourself and others
• Issues and considerations when recovering and storing high voltage vehicles
• Where to find useful information & guidance