EV & Alternative Fuel Vehicle Safety Training – UK & Kent Fleets
Kent Training provides professional Electric Vehicle (EV) and Alternative Fuel Vehicle Safety Training for transport operators, recovery teams, fleet managers, technicians and commercial drivers across the UK, with specialist delivery throughout Kent and the South East.
As fleets transition to electric and low-emission vehicles, businesses must ensure that drivers and staff are trained to work safely around high-voltage systems, charging equipment and alternative fuel technologies.
Our courses help organisations reduce risk, improve safety, meet industry obligations and prepare their workforce for the future of transport.
Who This Training Is Designed For
Ideal for:
- Logistics and transport companies
- Bus and coach operators
- Recovery and breakdown providers
- Fleet maintenance teams
- Local authorities and councils
- Emergency and PTS transport
- Corporate fleets transitioning to EVs
- Dealerships and vehicle storage sites
Book EV & Alternative Fuel Safety Training
Prepare your workforce for the future of commercial transport.
EV Safety Awareness for Drivers
✔ High-voltage system hazards ✔ Safe vehicle operation ✔ Emergency shutdown procedures ✔ Warning indicators & system isolation
EV Charging Safety
✔Workplace charging points ✔Public charging risks ✔Safe connection & disconnection ✔Cable management and site layout
Incident & Emergency Response
✔ Fire and thermal runaway awareness ✔Vehicle immersion & flood response ✔Collision risk management ✔First-on-scene safety protocols
Workshop & Depot Staff Safety
✔Safe working distances ✔PPE requirements ✔Isolation procedures ✔Handling damaged EVs
Alternative Fuel Options (Optional Modules)
✔Hybrid systems ✔Hydrogen fuel cell awareness ✔LNG / CNG safety ✔Future-proof technology briefings
Types of Staff We Train
✔Drivers ✔Supervisors ✔Workshop staff ✔Roadside and yard teams ✔New starters & refreshers
Frequently Asked Questions
✓ Leading transport safety provider in Kent & the South East - Supporting fleets across the UK.
✓ Only DVSA-Approved driving test centre in Kent - Demonstrating industry expertise and credibility.
✓ Part of For Group Holdings - Connected capability across training, recovery and fleet support.
✓ UK-wide on-site delivery - Flexible training at your premises nationwide.
✓ Future-focused training programmes - Designed around emerging vehicle technology and industry needs.
- Reduced risk of EV-related incidents
- Compliance with workplace safety obligations
- Improved driver and staff confidence
- Safer charging and depot operations
- Preparedness for emergency situations
- Smooth EV fleet transition and rollout
- Reduced insurance exposure
- On-site UK-wide training
- Closed-group sessions in Kent
- Half-day or full-day delivery
- Optional tailored risk assessments
- Combined fleet safety packages available
Can be paired with:
- Incident investigation training
- Yard & banksman safety
- Driver CPC modules
- Tacho & compliance programmes