Course Information

This course is aimed at personnel who are required to operate Evacuation chairs to make them aware of the safe and correct operation of the Evacuation chair.

Who should attend

Anyone who is responsibile gort evacuating those who require help to escape. Those who need to update or refresh existing skills.

Course Content

• How to operate an Evacuation Chair
• FIre regulations affecting mobility-impaired people
• Issues affecting those with a mobility impairment
• Manual handling of the chair
• Introduction to Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEP)
• Practical use of the Evacuation chair
• Limitations of use and safety considerations
• Returning to the building when safe
• Management of the Evacuation chair

Course Duration

1/2 Day

Assessment

Continuous assessment throughout the course. Multi choice examination.