Fire Safety and Emergency Preparedness
A focused two-day course on preventing fires and responding calmly when an emergency happens.
About this course
A focused two-day course on preventing fires and responding calmly when an emergency happens. You will learn how fires start and spread, how to spot and remove everyday fire hazards, and which extinguisher to use on which kind of fire, and when not to try at all.
The second day turns to people: evacuation routes, assembly points, helping colleagues who need assistance, and the duties of fire wardens and emergency teams. You will also plan and review a drill and look at other emergencies such as gas leaks and earthquakes. You receive an Alalamia certificate.
What you'll learn
- Explain how fires start and spread
- Identify common fire hazards and prevention measures in the workplace
- Select the correct type of extinguisher for different classes of fire
- Plan clear evacuation routes, assembly points and procedures
- Describe the duties of fire wardens and emergency team members
- Prepare for and review emergency drills
Curriculum
- The fire triangle
- How fire spreads
- Smoke and its dangers
- Classes of fire
- Common workplace ignition sources
- Electrical and heating hazards
- Storage of flammable materials
- Good housekeeping
- Detection and alarm systems
- Emergency lighting and signage
- Fire doors and escape routes
- Inspection and maintenance basics
- Types of extinguisher and their uses
- Safe use of extinguishers
- Fire blankets and hose reels
- When to fight and when to leave
- Emergency plans and procedures
- Assembly points and roll calls
- Assisting people with disabilities
- Visitors and contractors
- Fire wardens and their duties
- Other emergencies: gas leaks, earthquakes, medical incidents
- Planning and running drills
- Reviewing and improving after a drill
Who it's for
Fire wardens, emergency team members, facility staff and supervisors responsible for fire safety and evacuation.
Before you start
No formal prerequisites. Bring curiosity and a willingness to practise.
Part of these Alalamia diplomas
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