Work safely with PV systems.

Working safely with PV systems has been developed by Government Skills Australia [GSA] for emergency services workers, in particular firefighters and SES volunteers tasked to respond to an incident at which a PV system may be installed.

After installing the app you will be asked to supply a password the first time you use the app. You determine what you want the password to be. You will only need the password if you wish to email notes or images from the app.

Once in the app, tap the green “Learning” button and you will see “Learn how to use the app” to get you started.

Why did GSA develop this app?
From 2011 to the end of 2013, the number of installations of photovoltaic/solar systems (PV) in Australia grew by 225%. 2014 commenced with more than 2 million PV systems operating in Australia. Emergency services personnel now have a greater likelihood of responding to structures at which a PV system is installed. PV safety is now more important than ever.

When responding to an emergency incident at which a PV system is installed, emergency services personnel need to be aware of the additional risks and hazards that PV systems and their components present.

By providing another way to access information whilst mobile, this app is designed to assist first responders to work safely with domestic PV systems.