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Basic Fire Safety Awareness for Care Homes — Online Training Course

Current legislation, The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, applies to all workplaces regardless of the number of employees and requires employers to provide adequate training in fire awareness for all members of their staff. Our online fire safety training courses are aimed at all employees to assist them in identifying and reducing the risk that fire presents in the workplace. This course covers the same content as the Basic Fire Safety course with additional content tailored specifically for employees that work in care homes.

Basic Fire Safety Awareness for Care Homes

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  • CPD, IIRSM, Gatehouse Awards & IOSH Approved

  • 100% online — study at your own pace, on any device

  • Duration: approximately 60 minutes

  • Delivered via our trusted eLearning partner, VideoTile Learning

  • 5 interactive modules with end-of-module assessments

  • Certificate issued on successful completion

  • Instant access — start your training today

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Basic Fire Safety Awareness for Care Homes

  • CPD, IIRSM, Gatehouse Awards & IOSH Approved

  • Study Method — 100% Online

  • Duration — 60 minutes

  • Certificate on Completion

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Define the common causes of fire and understand how to reduce their risks

  • Understand the chemistry of fire and its ability to spread through four specified methods

  • Recognise the dangers of smoke

  • Identify the fire safety features in buildings and understand their role in fire prevention,

  • Understand the risks to consider if you discover a fire

  • Recognise the different types of Fire Extinguishers and when to use them

Course Modules

This course is made up of 5 modules:

  • Chemistry of Fire

  • Common Causes of Fire

  • Basic Safety Features in Buildings

  • Introduction to Fire Extinguishers

  • What to do in Cases of Fire?

Assessment: Each module ends with a multiple-choice assessment. You must achieve a pass mark of 70% to progress to the next module.

Certification: On successful completion, you will receive a certificate confirming your achievement.

How long does the Basic Fire Safety Awareness for Care Homes course take?

The course takes approximately 60 minutes to complete. It is entirely self-paced, so you can fit it around your work schedule.

Is this course fully online?

Yes. The course is 100% online and can be accessed on any device with an internet connection. There is no need for classroom attendance.

What certificate will I receive?

On successful completion of the Basic Fire Safety Awareness for Care Homes course, you will receive a downloadable certificate that you can share with your employer as evidence of training.

What is the pass mark?

Each module has a 70% pass mark which must be achieved before progressing to the next module.

Who is this course for?

This course is suitable for aimed at all employees to assist them in identifying and reducing the risk that fire presents in the workplace.

Can I buy this course for my team?

Yes. We offer group enrolments and volume discounts for teams of five or more. Contact us at info@yorkgreen.uk or book a call to discuss your training needs.

What are the technical requirements?

The course is browser-based — no software installation needed. You will need an up-to-date web browser, a stable internet connection (3Mb+), and 1GB+ RAM.

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  • Invest in your team's competence with the Basic Fire Safety Awareness for Care Homes course. Enrol online today and start immediately, or speak to York Green to discuss group bookings, learning packages, or how this course fits alongside your wider training programme.
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