Airbag Safety Training

Lesson 1 • Core Airbag System Components

Identifies every major hardware element in a typical airbag system. Connects component knowledge to later diagnostic and handling procedures.

Lesson 2 • History and Purpose of Airbags

Traces airbag development from early concepts to modern systems. Provides context for why safety standards evolved and how airbags reduce injury severity.

Lesson 3 • Deployment Physics and Timing

Explains the rapid chemical reaction that inflates airbags within milliseconds. Understanding timing prevents misjudgment of residual deployment risk.

Lesson 4 • Types of Airbag Systems

Differentiates frontal, side, curtain, knee, and pedestrian airbag systems. Builds awareness of deployment zones critical for safe vehicle work.

Lesson 1 • Electrical and Energetic Hazards

Identifies stored electrical energy in capacitors and live circuits that can trigger deployment. Connects electrical hazard knowledge to safe power-down procedures.

Lesson 2 • Physical Injury Mechanisms

Describes blast, heat, and impact injuries caused by unintended deployment. Prepares technicians to position themselves safely relative to deployment zones.

Lesson 3 • Vehicle-Specific Hazard Variations

Addresses how airbag hazard profiles differ across vehicle makes, model years, and body styles. Reinforces the need to consult vehicle-specific service data.

Lesson 4 • Chemical Hazards in Airbag Inflators

Details propellant compounds and combustion byproducts released during deployment. Establishes chemical awareness as the first step in risk assessment.

Lesson 1 • Defining Airbag Deployment Safe Zones

Establishes minimum clearance distances from each airbag type during service. Translates deployment physics into practical positioning rules for technicians.

Lesson 2 • Donning, Doffing, and Inspection

Covers correct procedures for putting on, removing, and inspecting PPE to prevent contamination. Reinforces that improper removal negates protection gained during the task.

Lesson 3 • Workspace Setup and Barriers

Describes physical barriers, signage, and floor markings that enforce safe zones in a shop environment. Connects workspace controls to the risk assessment framework.

Lesson 1 • Pre-Disablement Preparation

Outlines all steps required before disconnecting power, including documentation and tool staging. Prevents rushed or incomplete isolation that leads to accidental deployment.

Lesson 2 • SRS Fuse and Connector Isolation

Covers removal of SRS-specific fuses and disconnection of airbag module connectors. Adds a secondary isolation layer beyond battery disconnection alone.

Lesson 3 • Re-enabling the Airbag System

Describes the reverse sequence for restoring airbag system power after service completion. Includes post-reconnection diagnostic checks to confirm system readiness.

Lesson 4 • Battery Disconnection Procedures

Details the correct sequence for disconnecting the vehicle battery to cut power to the SRS. Addresses both conventional and dual-battery vehicle architectures.

Lesson 1 • Passenger and Dashboard Module Removal

Covers removal of passenger-side modules typically mounted behind the instrument panel. Addresses trim disassembly sequence to avoid damaging adjacent components.

Lesson 2 • Module Orientation and Handling Rules

Establishes fundamental rules for how airbag modules must be held, carried, and set down. Correct orientation prevents accidental deployment if a module activates.

Lesson 3 • Side, Curtain, and Knee Module Removal

Extends removal skills to seat-mounted, roof-rail, and knee airbag locations. Each location presents unique access and orientation challenges addressed here.

Lesson 4 • Temporary Storage and Labeling

Defines approved storage conditions and labeling requirements for removed airbag modules. Prevents mix-ups, unauthorized access, and environmental damage during storage.

Lesson 1 • Controlled Deployment Setup

Describes the equipment, location, and safety measures required before initiating a controlled deployment. Applies PPE and safe-zone knowledge in a live deployment context.

Lesson 2 • Identifying Modules Requiring Disposal

Establishes criteria for determining when an airbag module must be deployed and disposed of rather than reused. Prevents unsafe reuse of expired or damaged modules.

Lesson 3 • Post-Deployment Chemical Management

Addresses handling of residue, gases, and particulates remaining after deployment. Connects chemical hazard knowledge to safe cleanup and decontamination.

Lesson 4 • Executing a Controlled Deployment

Walks through the step-by-step process of triggering a controlled airbag deployment safely. Reinforces correct wiring connections and remote activation techniques.

Lesson 1 • Deployed Airbag Inspection

Covers visual and tactile inspection of deployed airbag cushions, inflators, and mounting hardware. Determines which components require replacement versus cleaning.

Lesson 2 • SRS Diagnostic Trouble Code Analysis

Uses scan tool data to interpret SRS fault codes and identify required repairs. Connects diagnostic findings to component replacement decisions.

Lesson 3 • Undeployed Airbag Risk Management

Addresses the heightened risk posed by airbags that did not deploy in a collision. Applies isolation procedures before any repair work on the damaged vehicle.

Lesson 4 • Scene and Vehicle Safety on Arrival

Establishes initial safety checks when approaching a collision-damaged vehicle with potential live airbags. Prevents secondary deployment injuries during initial assessment.

Lesson 1 • Service Records and Audit Readiness

Defines required content and retention periods for airbag service records. Prepares technicians to produce complete documentation during regulatory audits.

Lesson 2 • Applicable Safety Regulations Overview

Surveys occupational health and safety regulations governing airbag handling and disposal. Establishes the compliance baseline technicians must meet in professional settings.

Lesson 3 • Safety Data Sheet Utilization

Trains technicians to locate and apply safety data sheet information for airbag propellants and byproducts. Connects SDS data to PPE selection and emergency response.

Lesson 4 • Manufacturer Service Bulletin Compliance

Explains how to locate, interpret, and apply manufacturer technical service bulletins for airbag work. Ensures technicians follow the most current approved procedures.