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VOLVO TAFE PARTNERSHIP
E-BUS TRAINING VIA VOLVO AND TAFE PARTNERSHIP
Volvo Bus Australia and TAFE NSW will develop a new range of specialised industrybased courses specific to the introduction of electric buses in Australia.
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he introduction of electric buses – such as the Volvo BZL Electric to be launched soon – introduces a range of new operational factors that must be addressed by industry, Volvo explains. The nature of electric vehicles means the introduction of high-voltage systems requires extensive understanding about the way vehicles are built, operated and serviced, it states. As part of the largest automotive manufacturer in Australia, Volvo Bus Australia believes safety in and around electric vehicles is an area that requires greater focus. It’s about protecting workers as they work with these new
products in a variety of areas, including assembly of a new bus, service of the vehicle in the workshop, driving the bus and managing emergency service responses as required, it says. “Safety is in our DNA and our sincere hope is that the content and courses we are working on together with TAFE NSW become the industry standard across all the country for all makes, vehicle types and brands,” said Volvo Bus Australia general manager Mitch Peden. “We see the need for a national approach to training, skills and certification of staff, and are delighted to be partnering with TAFE NSW on these new programs.
ABC June 2021 busnews.com.au
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