Module 1: Emergency Preparedness in Healthcare – Overview
Introduces the concept of emergency preparedness in healthcare, the types of events facilities must plan for, and the goals of an emergency response program.
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30m
Emergency Preparedness and Fire Safety in Clinical Settings
This course equips healthcare staff (clinical and non-clinical) with practical knowledge and skills to respond safely and effectively to emergencies, with a specific focus on fire safety in hospitals, clinics, and other patient-care environments.
What this course covers
- Types of emergencies typically encountered in healthcare settings (fire, power loss, severe weather, internal incidents).
- Core concepts of emergency preparedness plans and roles.
- Fire safety fundamentals (prevention, detection, evacuation, and response).
- Use of fire safety equipment and understanding facility-specific procedures.
- Scenario-based application in wards, outpatient areas, and support departments.[cite:214][cite:205]
Modules
Module 2: Roles, Responsibilities, and Communication in Emergencies
Focuses on roles and responsibilities during emergencies, including incident command, unit-level roles, and communication pathways.
Module 3: Fire Safety Fundamentals in Clinical Settings
Covers fire safety basics tailored to clinical environments: fire triangle, ignition sources, fuel sources, and the unique challenges of evacuating and protecting patients.
Module 4: Fire Detection, Alarm Systems, and Response Steps
Explains how fire detection and alarm systems work in healthcare facilities, and outlines immediate response steps when an alarm is triggered.
Module 5: Use of Fire Extinguishers and Safety Equipment
Focuses on the safe and appropriate use of fire extinguishers and other fire safety equipment, emphasizing when and how staff should attempt to extinguish small fires.
Module 6: Evacuation, Patient Movement, and Area-Specific Procedures
Addresses evacuation planning for clinical settings, including patient movement, shelter-in-place decisions, and area-specific procedures (wards, ICUs, clinics).
Module 7: Integrating Emergency Preparedness with Daily Safety Practices
Shows how emergency preparedness and fire safety connect to daily safety practices, such as housekeeping, equipment checks, and hazard reporting.
Module 8: Scenario-Based Practice and Continuous Improvement
Uses scenario-based exercises to apply emergency preparedness and fire safety concepts, and encourages continuous improvement through drills and feedback.
Course features
SCORM 1.2 or 2004
Audio Narration
Captions
Transcript
Knowledge Checks
Locked Navigation
Post-Assessment
Certificate
Frequently asked questions
Who should take Emergency Preparedness and Fire Safety in Clinical Settings?
This course equips healthcare staff (clinical and non-clinical) with practical knowledge and skills to respond safely and effectively to emergencies, with a specific focus on fire safety in hospitals, clinics, and other patient-care environments.
How long does the course take?
About 30 minutes, delivered across 8 modules with knowledge checks.
What does the course cover?
Types of emergencies typically encountered in healthcare settings (fire, power loss, severe weather, internal incidents); Core concepts of emergency preparedness plans and roles; Fire safety fundamentals (prevention, detection, evacuation, and response); Use of fire safety equipment and understanding facility-specific procedures; Scenario-based application in wards, outpatient areas, and support departments.[cite:214][cite:205].
Do learners receive a certificate?
Yes. The course issues a certificate on completion. It ships SCORM 1.2 or 2004 with audio narration, captions, transcript, and runs on the Provisant learning platform.
How much does it cost?
$5 per user per course per year. Annual billing saves 20%. Any course in the catalog can be added to a plan.