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Basic Fire Safety Awareness for Care Homes

This basic fire safety awareness for care homes course covers fire prevention and evacuation for care settings.

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CPD, IIRSM, Gatehouse Awards, IOSH Approved

Course Description

Course Overview

This basic fire safety awareness for care homes course covers fire chemistry, causes, safety features, extinguishers, and evacuation. Includes extra content tailored for care home environments.

What You Will Learn

  • Define common causes of fire and how to reduce risks in care settings
  • Understand fire chemistry and how fire spreads through buildings
  • Identify fire safety features and their role in evacuation
  • Know the different types of fire extinguishers and when to use them
  • Apply fire safety procedures specific to care home environments

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1

Chemistry of Fire

Explains the fire triangle, fire chemistry, and how fire spreads.

Pass Required: 70%
2

Common Causes of Fire

Identifies common fire causes and how to reduce risks.

Pass Required: 70%
3

Basic Safety Features in Buildings

Covers fire alarms, emergency lighting, signage, and escape routes.

Pass Required: 70%
4

Introduction to Fire Extinguishers

Introduces fire extinguisher types and matching them to fire classes.

Pass Required: 70%
5

What to do in Cases of Fire?

Step-by-step actions to take when you discover a fire.

Pass Required: 70%
6

Final Assessment

End-of-course assessment covering all fire safety topics.

Pass Required: 70%
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We go beyond simply offering a generic online fire safety course. As active paramedics, rescue professionals, and firefighters, we leverage our real-world frontline experience to deliver engaging and highly practical fire safety online training courses.

Whether you are pursuing a fire safety awareness online course, seeking an online first aid course, or looking to obtain your manual handling certificate online, our programmes ensure your entire team forms an elite, capable first line of defence.

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At EFAST Ireland, we deliver world-class safety training tailored for digital environments. Our e-learning platform guarantees you learn critical life-saving and compliance skills directly backed by frontline emergency responders.

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" Emergency Fire & Safety Training Ltd (EFAST) delivered a professional and engaging First-Aid Responder (FAR) course that made complex topics easy to understand. It's clear the instructor was experienced in their field, and we'd highly recommend their training"

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Marketing, Emerald Park

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" EFAST EMS deliver professional, reliable, and clinically robust medical cover, integrating seamlessly into complex live event environments. Their experienced teams provide reassurance through strong governance, planning, and operational delivery at scale."

Robbie Butler

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Head of Operations, POD Festivals Ltd

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" We are pleased to work with EFAST as our preferred Health & Safety training partner. Their professionalism and breadth of expertise set them apart, delivering high-quality, practical training across all key areas of Health & Safety. Their knowledgeable and engaging approach ensures our clients remain compliant, confident, and well-prepared. We value our strong partnership with EFAST and their ongoing support of our safety standards."

Brendan Garry

Brendan Garry

General Manager, Seachange

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" EFAST has been an outstanding ERT partner to AstraZeneca/Alexion, helping us develop, train, equip, and stand up a dedicated site-based Emergency Response Team for our lower-tier COMAH site in Blanchardstown. Under the leadership of Gerry Trehy, the EFAST team has been consistently helpful, proactive, and responsive—demonstrating exceptional adaptability and practical common sense throughout. Their expertise and partnership have been instrumental in building a resilient, ready-to-respond ERT for our site"

Glynn McKenna

Glynn McKenna

Associate Director, Alexion

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" EFAST has been an invaluable partner in providing bespoke and custom Fire and Emergency response training for our teams at Bristol Myers Squibb and SK biotek over the past 10 years. Ger Trehy and the EFAST team have consistently delivered a significant level of training, ensuring our staff are well-prepared for any emergency situation. Their exceptional communication skills and adaptability to meet our specific needs have made them a trusted and reliable resource. The dedication and expertise of the EFAST team have greatly contributed to enhancing our safety protocols and preparedness, and we highly recommend their services."

Katie Hobbs

Katie Hobbs

EHSS Director, Bristol Myers Squibb

star star star star star

" Emergency Fire & Safety Training Ltd (EFAST) delivered a professional and engaging First-Aid Responder (FAR) course that made complex topics easy to understand. It's clear the instructor was experienced in their field, and we'd highly recommend their training"

Emily Foale

Emily Foale

Marketing, Emerald Park

star star star star star

" EFAST EMS deliver professional, reliable, and clinically robust medical cover, integrating seamlessly into complex live event environments. Their experienced teams provide reassurance through strong governance, planning, and operational delivery at scale."

Robbie Butler

Robbie Butler

Head of Operations, POD Festivals Ltd

star star star star star

" We are pleased to work with EFAST as our preferred Health & Safety training partner. Their professionalism and breadth of expertise set them apart, delivering high-quality, practical training across all key areas of Health & Safety. Their knowledgeable and engaging approach ensures our clients remain compliant, confident, and well-prepared. We value our strong partnership with EFAST and their ongoing support of our safety standards."

Brendan Garry

Brendan Garry

General Manager, Seachange

star star star star star

" EFAST has been an outstanding ERT partner to AstraZeneca/Alexion, helping us develop, train, equip, and stand up a dedicated site-based Emergency Response Team for our lower-tier COMAH site in Blanchardstown. Under the leadership of Gerry Trehy, the EFAST team has been consistently helpful, proactive, and responsive—demonstrating exceptional adaptability and practical common sense throughout. Their expertise and partnership have been instrumental in building a resilient, ready-to-respond ERT for our site"

Glynn McKenna

Glynn McKenna

Associate Director, Alexion

star star star star star

" EFAST has been an invaluable partner in providing bespoke and custom Fire and Emergency response training for our teams at Bristol Myers Squibb and SK biotek over the past 10 years. Ger Trehy and the EFAST team have consistently delivered a significant level of training, ensuring our staff are well-prepared for any emergency situation. Their exceptional communication skills and adaptability to meet our specific needs have made them a trusted and reliable resource. The dedication and expertise of the EFAST team have greatly contributed to enhancing our safety protocols and preparedness, and we highly recommend their services."

Katie Hobbs

Katie Hobbs

EHSS Director, Bristol Myers Squibb

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