Assisted Evacuation Chair Training Hemel Hempstead
When an emergency strikes, every second counts. Ensuring that your staff can safely assist those with reduced mobility during an evacuation is not just best practice, it’s a legal and moral responsibility. Our Assisted Evacuation Chair Training Hemel Hempstead provides the knowledge, confidence and hands-on experience your team needs to respond swiftly and safely in any emergency.
Why Do I Need an Assisted Evacuation (Evac Chair) Course?
This essential training course equips delegates with the skills to safely deploy and operate an evacuation chair during an evacuation. It ensures compliance with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and Fire Safety Regulations, while promoting an inclusive safety culture in your workplace.
Our course is designed for all staff members responsible for assisting in emergency evacuations, from facilities managers to fire wardens and safety officers. With a strong emphasis on practical learning, participants gain confidence through supervised, hands-on use of evacuation chairs, preparing them for real-world emergencies.
Course Overview
Our structured, comprehensive training covers:
Introduction: Understanding the importance of emergency preparedness.
Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) & Fire Safety: Your legal duties and responsibilities.
What is an Evacuation Chair? Types, features and correct handling techniques.
Disabled Evacuation Procedure: Safe and effective strategies for supporting mobility-impaired individuals.
Fire Refuge Areas: The role of safe waiting zones and how to manage them.
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs): Creating and implementing tailored plans.
Practical Use of Your Evacuation Chair: Step-by-step demonstrations and hands-on practice.
Evacuation by Other Means: Exploring alternative emergency evacuation methods.
Why Choose Us?
Based in Hemel Hempstead, we deliver professional training that combines compliance, safety and real-world application. Our experienced trainers create a supportive learning environment where delegates can practice and perfect their skills using evacuation equipment.
We offer highly competitive pricing with no hidden costs, plus every training session includes course booklets, full certification of attendance and practical assessments.
Book Your Training Today
Don’t wait until an emergency to discover gaps in your evacuation procedures. Ensure your organisation is fully prepared with our Assisted Evacuation Chair Training Hemel Hempstead. Contact us today on 01494 564 085 to schedule your session and give your team the confidence to act safely and effectively when it matters most.
