Fire Safety
About the course
Fire safety awareness is crucial for care professionals to protect lives and property. This course provides comprehensive training on fire prevention, risk assessment, and emergency response. Learners will gain practical knowledge on how to use fire extinguishers, manage fire safety equipment, and conduct safe evacuations.
What will you learn
- Understanding Fire Safety: Learn about the fire triangle, fire hazards, and the science of how fires spread.
- Fire Prevention: Gain skills in identifying fire risks and implementing preventative measures.
- Emergency Response: Understand what to do in case of a fire, including how to safely evacuate and use fire safety equipment.
- Legal Responsibilities: Learn about the legal requirements for fire safety in care environments.
- Special Considerations for Vulnerable Individuals: Understand how to assist those with mobility or other challenges during a fire emergency.
Course Content
References
References:
Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (2023). Manual Handling at Work: A Brief Guide. Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg143.pdf
Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (2023). Fire Safety in the Workplace. Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/fireandexplosion/workplace.htm
Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (2023). Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Available at: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2005/1541/contents/made
National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC). (2021). Oxygen Safety and Fire Prevention in Healthcare Settings. Available at: https://www.nfcc.co.uk/oxygen-safety
Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (2022). Risk Assessment: A Brief Guide to Controlling Risks in the Workplace. Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/pubns/indg163.pdf
Department for Communities and Local Government. (2006). Fire Safety Risk Assessment: Residential Care Premises. Available at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). (2023). Fire Spread and Human Behaviour in Fires. Available at: https://www.nfpa.org/firesafety
Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (2023). Statistics on Workplace Fire-Related Injuries. Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/statistics
Health and Safety Executive (HSE). (2021). Sprinkler Systems and Fire Safety. Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/sprinklers
Fire and Rescue Service. Fire Risks and Prevention. Available at: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/fire-safety
Fire Safety Regulations. Fire Extinguishers and Equipment. Available at: https://www.hse.gov.uk/fireandexplosion/what-is-needed.htm
Fire Safety Advice. Fire Risks for Vulnerable People. Available at: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/making-your-premises-safe-from-fire
Fire Safety and Evacuation Procedures. Fire Evacuation Advice. Available at: https://www.london-fire.gov.uk/safety/the-workplace/
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