How To Conduct Evacuations And Emergency Drills

Developing the skills necessary to conduct effective and efficient evacuations.

What you'll learn

The nature of the emergency is identified to inform further action.

The emergency is prioritised and graded in order to determine evacuation drills and or emergency signals to be used.

Assist with, and conduct, an evacuation drill.

Respond to emergency signals in own area of responsibility.

Requirements

No previous experience required.

Description

Mastering Emergency Evacuations & Drills: Be Prepared, Stay SafeEmergencies strike when least expected—but with the right training, you can respond with confidence, clarity, and control. Whether it’s a fire, medical emergency, chemical spill, active shooter, or natural disaster, knowing what to do in those critical first moments can mean the difference between chaos and an orderly, life-saving response.This comprehensive course is designed for professionals responsible for workplace safety, evacuation wardens, safety officers, and anyone looking to enhance their emergency preparedness skills. Through clear, structured lessons, you’ll gain expert knowledge on identifying emergencies, executing effective evacuations, and leading drills that ensure every employee knows what to do when seconds count.Learn to identify and assess different types of workplace emergenciesDevelop the skills to respond to fires, hazardous spills, medical crises, and moreMaster the roles and responsibilities of an Evacuation Warden or MarshalConduct realistic evacuation drills that reinforce preparedness and complianceUnderstand post-evacuation protocols to ensure safety beyond the immediate responseBy the end of this course, you’ll not only be prepared for emergencies—you’ll be a leader in safety, capable of protecting lives and guiding people to safety with confidence. Enroll today and take the first step in mastering emergency evacuations and drills!

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Course Introduction

Section 2: Emergency Situations

Lecture 2 Identifying the Emergency Situation

Section 3: Responding to Different Emergencies

Lecture 3 Fire Emergencies – What You Need to Know

Lecture 4 Active Shooter & Workplace Violence – How to Respond

Lecture 5 Chemical Spills & Hazardous Material Incidents - What You Need to Know

Lecture 6 Natural Disasters - Be Ready and Stay Safe

Lecture 7 Medical Emergencies - Every Second Counts

Lecture 8 Suspicious Packages & Bomb Threats – Stay Alert, Stay Safe

Lecture 9 Power Outages - More than just an Inconvenience

Section 4: Evacuation Drills

Lecture 10 Assist with an Evacuation Drill

Lecture 11 Conducting Effective Evacuation Drills

Section 5: Emergency Signals

Lecture 12 Responding to Emergency Signals in Your Area of Responsibility

Section 6: Evacuation Warden / Marshal Responsibilities

Lecture 13 Evacuation Warden / Marshal Responsibilities

Section 7: The Phases of Emergencies

Lecture 14 Phase 1: Immediate Response

Lecture 15 Phase 2: During Evacuation

Lecture 16 Phase 3: Post Evacuation

Section 8: Course Wrap-up

Lecture 17 Course Wrap-up

The person attending this course will be able to identify and determine the type of an emergency and assist with the evacuation of people during the emergency.