UL 9540A and Energy Storage Fire & Offgas Risks
Learn an analysis of the fire and explosion risks posed by stationary energy storage.
Course Description
(PV165) UL 9540A and Energy Storage Fire & Offgas Risks
This 2-hour course provides an analysis of the fire and explosion risks posed by stationary energy storage. Instructors Tyson Bittrich and Lucas Miller detail the UL 9540A test method, address common battery fire misconceptions, and offer some actionable best practices for developers and manufacturers.
Topics covered include:
- UL 9540A
- Overview of thermal runaway and off-gasing
- UL 9540B, CSA800, and other “large-scale fire tests” in development
- Addressing AHJ unit spacing concerns
All course registrants will get access to all course materials — including the course slides PDF.
Instructors: Tyson Bittrich and Lucas Miller
Online: Independent Study
Curriculum Innovation Network Course
This course is created in partnership with Mayfield Renewables through the MREA’s Curriculum Innovation Network. To keep pace with rapidly evolving technologies and industry trends, the MREA welcomes organizations to submit curriculum proposals for consideration. Approved content will be offered through our training platform, expanding access to high-quality education across the clean energy sector.
Course Details
Continuing Education
This course is approved by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP) for the following credentials, certifications, categories, and hours:
- 2 PV Associate CEUs
- 2 PVIP – Advanced PV Training
- 2 PVIP – CEUs
- 2 PVTS – Advanced PV Training
- 2 PVTS – CEUs
- 2 PVDS – Advanced PV Training
- 2 PVDS – CEUs
- 2 PVCMS – Advanced PV Training
- 2 PVCMS – CEUs
- 2 ESIP – Advanced Energy Storage Training
- 2 ESIP – CEUs
