Emergency Evacuation Procedures

The course is aimed to enable learners to distinguish between an emergency and an incident as well as understanding the different types of emergencies that may take place in the workplace. The learners will be able to explain the types of emergency alarms in the workplace, the procedures for responding to them and the methods and procedures, which need to be applied in an assembly area after an alarm.

Formative assessment

Various activities will be completed during class as well as for homework.

Summative assessment

Written assessment and practical exercise to be completed at the end of the course.

Course outline

At the end of the course, the learner will be able to explain:

Different types of emergencies that may be encountered in a workplace
Various responses to an alarm
Actions required of a safety officer in an assembly area
The functions of an emergency control centre.

Course Information

Study in your own time, at your own pace via our E-Learning offering. Selected NOSA Colleges also offer fully equipped computer and internet facilities so that you can start a career in health and safety. A free service accessible to registered students.

Accredited:

Yes

Unit Standard Title:

Explain Emergency Preparedness and Response Procedures

E-Learning Price:

Not Available as E-learning

E-Learning Duration:

Not Available as E-learning

Credits:

SAQA ID:

259597

Professional Body:

Saiosh

CPD Points:

NQF Level:

Prerequisites:

None

HUB Availability:

Online Computer HUBs available at NOSA College Centurion, Tyger Valley and Westville.

Target Groups:

• All employees responsible for workplace evacuation, emergency preparedness and assisting emergency teams in emergency planning.

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