Emergency Evacuation Drills & Procedures

Overview

The loss of human life is one of the most devastating consequences of an emergency in the workplace. A well-planned and regularly practised emergency evacuation procedure is critical to ensuring the safety of employees, visitors, contractors, and other occupants during emergencies.

The Emergency Evacuation Drills & Procedures course equips learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage, participate in, and support safe and orderly evacuations during various emergency situations. The course emphasises legal compliance, risk assessment, clear communication, and the importance of conducting regular evacuation drills to ensure organisational readiness.

Course Details

Total Modules: 5
Total Duration: 1 Day(s)
Languages Available:
English
Prerequisites:
- Communication: ABET / NQF Level 3 or equivalent.
- Mathematical Literacy: ABET / NQF Level 3 or equivalent.
- Copy of ID document (required for registration and certification purposes).
- English proficiency sufficient to engage with training materials.

Course Objectives

On completion of this course, delegates will be able to:

Identify the nature and severity of different emergency situations
Prioritise and grade emergencies to determine appropriate evacuation responses
Apply emergency evacuation procedures effectively and safely
Conduct ongoing threat and risk assessments within their area of responsibility
Understand individual and designated evacuation roles and responsibilities
Participate confidently in emergency evacuation drills

Delivery Methods

The course is facilitated by a competent subject matter expert using a combination of:

Interactive discussions
Role plays and evacuation simulations
Practical exercises and case studies
Video and slide presentations
Written questions and knowledge checks

Training & Evaluation

Training conducted on a 70% theoretical and 30% practical basis
Continuous evaluation throughout the course

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for all employees, including:

General Employees
Fire Wardens / Fire Marshals
Health and Safety Representatives
Emergency Response Team Members
Supervisors and Line Managers
Facilities and Building Management Personnel

Includes

Comprehensive Training Manual
Lunch & Refreshments (not applicable to on-site / online training)
SAIOSH Accredited (2 CPD credits/points)
Electronic Certificate (on successful completion of the course)
Electronic Delegate Feedback Questionnaire

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