Vehicle
Scene Breakdown
100

A vehicle that combines two or more power sources for propulsion, one of which is electric power 

Hybrid electric vehicle (HEV)

100

A reference book, written in plain language, to guide emergency responders in their initial actions at the incident scene 

Department of Transportation's Emergency Response Guidebook 

200

A vehicle that uses electric power in conjunction with an internal combustion engine for vehicle propulsion. 

Mild hybrid vehicle 

200

A booklet prepared by vehicle manufacturers to educate and assist emergency response personnel in responding to emergencies dealing with specific types and models of vehicles, such as hybrid/electric, hydrogen fuel-cell, and alternative-fuel systems. 

Emergency response guide

300

A vehicle that is classified as a battery-operated low speed vehicle with a top speed of 25 mi/h and that is approved for street use on public roadways with speeds posted of no greater than 35 mi/h

Neighborhood electric vehicle (NEV)

300

Delineates the operational boundaries, which are divided into three areas: hot, warm, and cold.

Hazard control zones

400

A vehicle that use a series-type propulsion system that allows the vehicle to tun on all battery or all electric power until it is near depletion,which occurs in the range of 40 ni or more depending on the manufacturer 

Extended range electric vehicle 

400

A type of label that vehicle manufacturers use to identify the type of vehicle or the fuel that is used in the vehicle. 

Vehicle identification badge 

500

A hybrid vehicle that can recharge its battery system using a plug in cord that can run off general house current in the range of 120 volts, also known as a Level 1 charging system. 

Plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV)