“Rescue Sheets” (quick info about the construction of the vehicle) used by first and second responders ģ. “ Symbols” indicating which propulsion energy is used and where tanks, batteries, etc. The ISO standard 17840 can be used worldwide by public transport sector, fire and rescue services, automotive and heavy duty vehicle sector, and consists of:ġ. Soon after, bus and transport companies followed. In order to get a head start, and to set an example in the community, Finland´s rescue authority SPEK started by adding ISO propulsion identification placards to the fire services´ own emergency vehicles. Mikko Saastamoinen became Firefighter of the Year in Finland 2020 for his work on implementing the ISO 17840 standard. The information available in the ISO 17840 standard is not only useful for fire services, but essential information for everyone involved in the response chain, including towing companies, repair shops, insurance companies and more.

Please observe that the standard includes rescue information and placards for new / alternative propulsion systems (power sources) which may not be visible when approaching a vehicle from a distance. Hydrogen and other fuel cells produce toxic and flammable gases which can behave different from gasoline or other traditional fuels. This can not only put first responders are severe risk, but also pose serious threats to the public.Įlectric and hybrid vehicles all have high voltage batteries and electrical wiring that can electrocute first / second responders and victims if cut incorrectly during extrication or if not disarmed properly before towing. Propane and LPG powered vehicles can explode much more powerfully when tanks are heated. Fire plumes can also occur when pressure valves are released, and fuel bottles can become projectiles travelling a kilometre or more from the accident site, if the correct procedure is not followed. Approaching a new electric or hybrid vehicle can be quite different compared to dealing with traditional propulsion technology like gasoline or diesel. The energy stored in any vehicle could pose a risk both to your team and to the public, and this creates a need for first and second responders to quickly find information which can guide them in how to proceed safely.

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