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CPD-accredited course
Fire Safety
Spot fire hazards, prevent fires and know what to do in an emergency, including evacuating people with mobility needs or dementia.
- About 40 minutes
- 5 modules, 17 lessons
- Any device
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What you'll learn
- Recognise common fire hazards in a care environment
- Prevent fires through safe everyday routines
- Raise the alarm and follow emergency procedures
- Use fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment correctly
- Help people evacuate safely, taking account of their mobility and communication needs
Who this course is for
Everyone who works in a care setting or in people's homes, whatever their role.
- Carers and support workers in care homes and homecare
- New starters as part of their induction
- Staff refreshing their fire safety training
Course outline
5 modules and 17 lessons, taken in order.
Module 1Introduction5 lessons
- Learning Objectives
- The Fire Triangle
- Smoke & Fumes
- Importance of Fire Safety Awareness
- Common Causes of Fires
Module 2Fire Hazards3 lessons
- Common Fire Hazards
- Mobility, Clutter & Flammable Materials
- Assessing The Safety of The Service User’s Living Space
- Module quiz
Module 3Fire Prevention5 lessons
- Smoke Detectors
- Fire Extinguishers
- Fire Blankets
- Safe Storage of Flammable Materials
- Setting Up a Safe Cooking Environment
- Module quiz
Module 4Emergency Fire Response Procedures3 lessons
- What To Do If a Fire Occurs
- Evacuating Individuals With Mobility Challenges
- Evacuating Individuals with Dementia
- Module quiz
Module 5Summary1 lesson
- Key Learning Points
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