Evacuation Chair
Safe evacuation involves more than simply purchasing an evacuation chair. This 3-hour practical course trains operators to use evacuation chairs safely and correctly during fire and other emergency situations.
Course Description
Practical evacuation chair training for workplace emergency responders
This 3-hour practical course provides the knowledge and skills needed to safely operate an evacuation chair during an emergency.
Designed for employees responsible for supporting the evacuation of people with mobility difficulties, the course helps organisations strengthen their emergency procedures and ensures operators have the confidence to use evacuation equipment safely and effectively.
Who is this course for?
Ideal for:
- Fire Marshals and Fire Wardens
- Workplace emergency response teams
- Health and safety representatives
- Facilities and building management teams
- Employees responsible for assisting with emergency evacuation procedures
This course is suitable for organisations where evacuation chairs are provided as part of emergency arrangements. Participants must be physically able to take part in the practical training activities.
What you will learn?
This course provides practical training in the safe use of evacuation chairs and emergency evacuation procedures. Key topics include:
- The role and responsibilities of an evacuation chair operator and assistant
- When evacuation chairs may be required
- Safety checks and preparation of evacuation equipment
- Correct setup and operation of the evacuation chair
- Safe transfer techniques for people with mobility difficulties
- Moving an evacuation chair safely on stairs
- Working safely with passengers during an emergency evacuation
- Practical scenarios using the evacuation chair available at your workplace
Training includes hands-on practice to develop confidence in operating the equipment safely.
Course outcomes
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
- Carry out safety checks before using an evacuation chair
- Prepare and operate an evacuation chair correctly
- Assist people with mobility difficulties during an emergency evacuation
- Understand your responsibilities as an evacuation chair operator or assistant
- Use evacuation equipment safely and confidently in the workplace
Certification
Participants are continuously assessed throughout the course through practical observation.
On successful completion, learners receive a St John Ambulance Evacuation Chair certificate, valid for 3 years.
Additional information
This course is available for private group bookings for up to 8 people.
Enrolment includes practical training using the evacuation chair available at your workplace.
Need help choosing the right course?
If you’re unsure which level of workplace training is right for your organisation, contact us and we’ll be happy to help.