Mini course · Foundation level
Fire Safety & Emergency Codes in Healthcare
Know what to do in the first minutes of a fire or emergency, when patients depend on you.
What is Fire Safety & Emergency Codes in Healthcare?
Fires in healthcare buildings are especially dangerous because many patients cannot move without help, oxygen increases fire risk, and evacuation is complex. This course covers common fire causes in healthcare, prevention, the RACE and PASS principles, choosing the right extinguisher, horizontal and vertical evacuation, oxygen safety and how hospital emergency codes work. Always learn and follow your own facility's procedures and codes.
- Duration
- 50 min
- Lessons
- 4
- Level
- Foundation
- Format
- Online, self-paced
What you'll be able to do
- Identify common fire hazards in healthcare settings
- Apply the RACE response sequence in a described fire scenario
- Select the correct extinguisher type for a described fire
- Describe the PASS technique for using an extinguisher
- Explain the principles of horizontal and vertical evacuation
- Recognise the purpose of common hospital emergency codes
Who this course is for
Course content
4 lessons · 50 min total · free preview available
1Fire Risks in Healthcare
12 minFree preview· Course content
Fire Risks in Healthcare
Why hospitals are different and what causes fires.
2Responding to Fire
14 min· Course content
Responding to Fire
Available after you enroll.
3Extinguishers and Oxygen Safety
12 min· Course content
Extinguishers and Oxygen Safety
Available after you enroll.
4Evacuation and Emergency Codes
12 min· Course content
Evacuation and Emergency Codes
Available after you enroll.
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Issued: on completion
How it works
- Finish all 4 lessons at your own pace.
- Get your digital credential with a unique ID.
- Share it — employers can verify it at aihcm.us.
Questions people ask
Does this replace my facility's fire drills?
No. Drills and site-specific training are still required.
Are emergency codes the same in every hospital?
No. Codes vary between organisations and countries, so learn your own facility's codes.
Is hands-on extinguisher practice included?
No. Practical training must be done in person at your workplace.
How often should I refresh fire safety training?
Many organisations require it annually.