Fire Safety in Health and Care
Level 1 | Instant access | UK CPD accredited | Includes assessment & certificate | Instant certificate download
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- Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
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Fire Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
Welcome to our online Fire Safety in Health and Care training course for front-line healthcare and social care providers. All our online training courses, programmes and qualifications are accredited by the CPD Certification Service (CPDUK).
Since the publication of the fire safety Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the provision of fire training has become a legal requirement for all employees within the UK. Fire safety in the health and care environments is particularly challenging since many people will require some degree of assistance from staff to ensure their safety in the event of a fire.
Fire within a health or care setting can have a significant impact and consequences which can include property loss, injury and potential loss of life. High levels of fire safety awareness and knowledge by the health and care workforce is essential if safe environments are to be maintained, and the distressing consequences that can be caused by fire are to be prevented.
Entry requirements - no prerequisites required
Assessment type - Complete end of course assessment (80% needed to pass and gain CPD certificate)
Certification/Qualification - Downloadable CPD certified certificate
Cost(s) of assessment and certification - Assessment and certification costs included in the course price
Course accreditation - CPD Certification Service (CPDUK)
Fire Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
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Course aims and objectives
The aims and objectives of this Fire Safety in Health and Care training course will help learners to know:
- What causes fires, and how to prevent them.
- What the law requires businesses regarding fire safety, including who enforces the law.
- The importance of good housekeeping to minimise risks.
- What type of detection and warning systems should be in place on their premises.
- How to ensure their evacuation routes and exits remain effective at all times.
- Fire safety signage.
- The different types of evacuation strategies their workplace may use.
- What to do during an evacuation.
- The importance of personal emergency evacuation plans and fire drills.
Learning outcomes
On completion of this online Fire Safety in Health and Care training course, learners will understand:
- What causes fires, and how to prevent them.
- What the law requires businesses regarding fire safety, including who enforces the law.
- The importance of good housekeeping to minimise risks.
- What type of detection and warning systems should be in place on their premises.
- How to ensure their evacuation routes and exits remain effective at all times.
- Fire safety signage.
- The different types of evacuation strategies their workplace may use.
- What to do during an evacuation.
- The importance of personal emergency evacuation plans and fire drills.
Why is this Fire Safety in Health and Care course essential?
Since the publication of the fire safety Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the provision of fire training has become a legal requirement for all employees within the UK. Fire safety in the healthcare environment is particularly challenging since many people in healthcare environments will require some degree of assistance from healthcare staff to ensure their safety in the event of a fire (Department of Health 2013).
A fire within a healthcare setting can have a significant impact and consequences, which can include property loss, injury and potential loss of life. High levels of fire safety awareness and knowledge by the healthcare workforce are essential if safe healthcare environments are to be maintained and the distressing consequences that can be caused by fire are to be prevented.
Within the UK, health and care services are provided in a wide range of environments, and it is essential that depending upon the nature of the environment, which might be categorised as either simple or complex, the relevant guidance related to fire safety management is used to help assess and address potential fire safety risks.
What is covered in this course?
This online Fire Safety in Health and Care training course covers the following:
- An introduction to fire safety
- Why fire safety awareness is essential for all employees
- An understanding of what fire is and its key elements (the ‘fire triangle’)
- Common workplace fire hazards, including:
- Smoking hazards
- Flammable liquids, gases and chemical hazards
- Medical oxygen hazards
- Electrical equipment hazards
- Hazards relating to clutter within the work environment
- Hazards relating to escape routes
- Arson
- Fire risk assessment in the workplace.
- Significant findings relating to fire risk assessments
- Protective measures to minimise the risk of fires in the workplace
- An understanding of fire extinguishers
- Actions to take on discovering a fire
- Steps to take on hearing the fire alarm
- Key things to remember about fire safety.
Fire Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
Who is this course for?
This Fire Safety in Health and Care e-learning course should be completed by those who work in health and social care services, including:
- NHS medical, nursing, AHP and care staff
- Locum doctors and nurses
- Locum allied health professionals (AHPs)
- Agency nurses
- Agency workers
- Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
- Support workers
- Care assistants
- Community services.
Fire Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
Requirements
Learn anywhere, anytime on any device.
You will need access to a desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone device to complete these online courses. You can start, pause/stop and return to where you left off.
Our courses utilise responsive design features, making them available on any device of your choice.
Fire Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
Career path
Our online courses and programmes range from introductory modules at Level 1 (awareness/beginner) to advanced and expert modules up to Level 6.
Our e-learning modules count towards CPD hours for professionals in various sectors as well as meeting mandatory and statutory requirements (where relevant).
Fire Safety in Health and Care - Online Training Course - Level 1 - CPDUK Accredited.
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Certificates
CPD Certified Certificate
Digital certificate - Included
A digital CPD-certified certificate can be downloaded from the learner's account once a learner has successfully completed the course with an 80% pass mark or better in the end-of-course assessment.
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