NVADG- 2026 Training - NVADG - 05-14-26 PG&E First Responder Safety Training @ BSAR HQ
NVADG - 05-14-26 PG&E First Responder Safety Training @ BSAR HQ
The PG&E First Responder Training is scheduled for May 14, 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the BCSAR HQ Classroom, located at 3965 Morrow Lane, Chico, CA 95928. This training, hosted by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E), focuses on awareness, response strategies and safe practices for first responders in the field. This class is REQUIRED for all Evacuation Team members/trainees.
Topics that will be covered include:
• Identifying important components of natural gas and electric utility infrastructure and recognizing emergency conditions.
• Using best practices to handle utility-specific emergencies and strategies considerations when at the scene of an emergency.
• Identifying the dangers of step and touch potential and avoiding contact with energized sources.
• Responding to natural gas hazards and how to avoid dangers presented by migrating natural gas and secondary ignition sources.
• Responding to electrical hazards and how to avoid dangers presented by down power lines, car-pole accidents and other energized sources.
• How to utilize the First Responder website, which provides first responders secure access to free downloadable maps and information about natural gas transmission lines, natural gas storage facilities, and shut-off valves.
• Gain knowledge about PG&E's updated natural gas emergency response plans and response checklists.
Instructor: David Hawks
If you have any questions, please email us at volunteer@NVADG.org.
Schedule Summary
This activity has the following schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 6:00 PM | 8:00 PM |
