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High Voltage Safety

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Editorial illustration for Starting EV Repair at Your Shop: Certify Safety First, Then Buy the Tools
Industry

Starting EV Repair at Your Shop: Certify Safety First, Then Buy the Tools

Independent auto repair shops must prioritize ASE xEV Level 1 safety certification for technicians before purchasing any EV repair equipment. This foundational step ensures technician and business safety when working with high-voltage systems.

Luis Ortega·November 5, 2026
A technician wearing specialized safety equipment meticulously works on an electric vehicle's high-voltage battery, highlighting the critical safety protocols in place.
Safety

How Do EV Safety Protocols Protect Technicians?

Without proper certification, a technician attempting to repair a damaged electric vehicle battery risks electrocution, chemical burns, or triggering a catastrophic thermal runaway event that can dest

Ben Foster·May 8, 2026