Electrocution Risk

Electrocution Risk

- Never assume the Kia Optima Hybrid is shut off because it is silent, or engine noise is not present.

- Always observe the instrument cluster for the READY indicator status to verify whether the vehicle is on or shut off.

- Failure to shut off and disable the vehicle before emergency response procedures areperformed may result in serious injury or death from severe burns and electric shock from the high voltage electrical system, or from accidental deployment of the airbag system.

- Exposed cables or wires may be visible inside or outside the vehicle. Never touch the wires or cables before disabling the system, to prevent injury or death due to electrical shock.

- Wear Personal Protective Equipment including Safety Glasses and Insulating Gloves rated for 1,000V and above when handling High Voltage components.

Initial Response: Identify, Immobilize and Disable

The following procedures should be utilized whenever you are dealing with a Kia Optima Hybrid at an emergency scene. All other operations should be consistent with your department�s standard operating procedures or guides. Identify