Course Description
Disasters, chemical spills, fires, and medical crises require immediate, structured responses. This course details the requirements of OSHA standards 29 CFR 1910.38 (Emergency Action Plans) and 1910.39 (Fire Prevention Plans), showing you how to draft exit routes, assign emergency coordinator roles, design alarm systems, and train employees to react correctly.
Learning Objectives
Upon completing this course, you will be able to:
- Detail the standard components required in an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)
- Design clear, unobstructed exit routes and evacuation drills
- Assign emergency responder roles (Warden, Coordinator)
- Draft a Fire Prevention Plan (FPP) addressing ignition sources and fuel loads
- Identify types of portable fire extinguishers and their proper usage (P.A.S.S. protocol)
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Emergency Action and Fire Plans
Module 2: Evacuation Routes, Exit Signs, and Alarm Systems
Module 3: Emergency Roles, Wardens, and Drills
Module 4: Fire Prevention, Extinguishers, and Maintenance