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Emergency and Fire Preparedness
Emergency and Fire Preparedness
What is Emergency and Fire Preparedness?
Emergencies can unfold in seconds, and knowing how to respond can make all the difference. The Fire and Emergency Response Awareness course gives workers the foundational knowledge they need to recognize fire and emergency risks, understand essential prevention practices, and follow workplace action plans with confidence. This training explains the key elements of emergency action plans, fire prevention requirements, evacuation routes, and proper alarm response. By building awareness and reinforcing safe behaviours, the course helps employees stay prepared, stay alert, and take the right steps when every second counts.
Course Overview
The Fire and Emergency Response Awareness course introduces workers to the essential principles of emergency preparedness. Fires and other unexpected events can occur with little warning, making it critical for employees to understand the dangers, know how to respond, and follow workplace emergency procedures. This training reviews the components of emergency action plans, fire prevention strategies, housekeeping guidelines, and safe responses to alarms.
Learners will explore how to recognize hazards, maintain clear evacuation routes, support workplace preparedness, and practice emergency drills effectively. While this course does not cover hazardous waste emergencies or cleanup procedures, it provides a solid foundation for responding to common workplace emergencies.
By the end of the lesson, participants will understand how to identify risks, follow prevention requirements, and take appropriate action when emergencies arise.
Fire and emergency preparedness is a shared responsibility. Understanding exit requirements, alarm procedures, and fire prevention practices helps workers reduce risk and improve workplace safety. This course provides the awareness needed to respond confidently and safely during emergencies.
Introduction
- Overview of emergency risks and workplace responsibilities
Fire and Emergency Dangers
- Common causes of workplace fires
- Recognition of emergency hazards
Emergency Action & Fire Prevention Plans
- Key plan components and OSHA requirements
- Housekeeping and prevention guidelines
Emergency Exits
- Importance of clear evacuation routes
- Critical components of safe emergency exits
Emergency Alarm Response
- Correct actions to take when alarms sound
- Understanding drill procedures and preparedness expectations
This online Fire and Emergency Response Awareness course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Learners may start, pause, and resume as needed.
A minimum score of 80% is required to receive a certificate of completion. Participants may retake the course up to two times if the pass mark is not achieved on the first attempt.
Upon successful completion, learners can download and print a digital certificate of completion, confirming their understanding of fire and emergency response basics.
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Duration
Average Completion Time
The average completion time is 30 minutes. Individual times will vary depending how long is spent on each module.
Testing
Knowledge Assessment
Testing is included to reinforce the training. You are allowed three attempts to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.
Certificate
Certificate of Completion
Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate will be safely stored on your account and is available to download & print.
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