AUTOCAR E-ACTT™FIRST RESPONDERS GUIDE
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First Aid Procedures
• In case of contact with electrolyte, gases, or combustion by-products from a lithium-ion
battery release, the following first aid measures should be considered:
• EYES:
Immediately flush eyes with a direct stream of water for at least 15 minutes with
eyelids held open, to ensure complete irrigation of all eye and lid tissue. Get immediate
medical attention.
• SKIN:
Flush with cool water or get under a shower, remove contaminated garments.
Continue to flush for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention, if necessary.
• INHALATION:
Move to fresh air. Monitor airway breathing and circulation. Take
appropriate first aid and/or CPR actions, as necessary. Get immediate medical attention
EV WATER SUBMERSION
Damage to or deterioration of the HV system components may not be evident when the vehicle
is submerged.
Water intrusion can damage all electrical components regardless of system voltage.
DANGER
Never come in contact with a submerged EV or the water surrounding it without
proper PPE. Electrocution resulting in serious injury or death may result.
Handling a submerged truck without appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) may
result in serious injury or death due to electric shock.
Avoid any contact with the traction motor high voltage cables and electrical components.