Evacuation Procedures

What is Evacuation Procedures?

The Evacuation Procedures course prepares employees to respond confidently and responsibly during workplace emergencies by outlining the essential steps that support a safe, orderly evacuation. Through practical guidance and realistic scenarios, learners discover how to stay aware, make quick decisions, and follow established procedures even under pressure. The training explains how evacuation teams function, what actions to take before and during an emergency, and how to manage unique challenges such as fires, hazardous material incidents, and multi-story building evacuations. With a focus on readiness and clear communication, this course helps employees reduce risks, avoid panic-driven mistakes, and contribute to a safer, more coordinated emergency response.

Course Overview

The Evacuation Procedures course gives employees the essential knowledge they need to react quickly, calmly, and safely during an emergency. In high-stress situations, logical thinking can quickly give way to panic, which may lead to confusion, injury, or unsafe evacuation behaviours. This training helps prevent those risks by outlining clear steps to follow before and during an evacuation.

Learners explore how to prepare themselves ahead of an emergency, understand the roles within an evacuation team, and follow procedures that support a controlled, orderly exit from the facility. The course also addresses unique challenges related to fires, HAZMAT incidents, and evacuating multi-story buildings. By strengthening awareness and readiness, employees become better equipped to protect themselves and others during critical events.

TOPIC OVERVIEW

A well-executed evacuation can save lives and reduce the impact of workplace emergencies. Understanding escape routes, communication roles, and safety protocols ensures that all employees can respond confidently and effectively when time is limited.

COURSE TOPICS

The Evacuation Team

Understanding team roles and responsibilities
Supporting safe and coordinated evacuations

Preparing Yourself for an Evacuation

Personal readiness and awareness
Pre-emergency planning

Basic Evacuation Procedures

Standard steps for exiting a facility safely
Avoiding common evacuation errors

Evacuating Multi-Story Buildings

Special precautions for upper-floor evacuations
Stairwell safety and movement flow

Coping with Fires and Explosions

Hazards associated with fire emergencies
Safe responses to smoke, heat, and structural risks

Dealing with HAZMAT Emergencies

Responding appropriately to chemical and hazardous material incidents

And More

Additional guidance for handling unexpected on-site emergencies

COURSE DURATION

This online Evacuation Procedures course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.

PASS MARK

A minimum score of 80% is required to pass the course. Learners may repeat the course up to three times to achieve the pass mark. A downloadable student manual is also provided to support ongoing knowledge retention.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion, learners can download and print a digital certificate of completion.