Overview
The Basic Emergency Response Team (ERT) Training course is designed to provide participants with the essential knowledge and skills required to effectively respond to emergencies in the workplace. This course covers the fundamentals of emergency preparedness, response procedures, and the roles and responsibilities of ERT members.
Objectives
Understand the principles of emergency response and preparedness.
Learn the roles and responsibilities of an Emergency Response Team.
Develop skills to respond effectively to various types of emergencies.
Gain knowledge of emergency communication and coordination.
Learn to use emergency response equipment and techniques.
Target Audience
This course is ideal for employees designated as members of the Emergency Response Team in their organization, as well as any staff members interested in gaining basic emergency response skills. It is also suitable for safety officers, supervisors, and managers responsible for workplace safety.
Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to Emergency Response
Importance of emergency response
Overview of common workplace emergencies
Legal and regulatory requirements
Module 2: Emergency Response Planning
Developing an emergency response plan
Identifying potential hazards and risks
Establishing emergency response procedures
Module 3: Roles and Responsibilities of ERT Members
Duties of an Emergency Response Team
Chain of command and communication protocols
Coordination with external emergency services
Module 4: Emergency Communication
Effective communication during emergencies
Use of emergency communication tools and systems
Incident reporting and documentation
Module 5: Evacuation Procedures
Planning and conducting evacuations
Evacuation routes and assembly points
Assisting individuals with disabilities during evacuation
Module 6: Fire Safety and Response
Basics of fire prevention and protection
Using fire extinguishers and fire suppression systems
Firefighting techniques and evacuation during a fire
Module 7: First Aid and Medical Response
Basic first aid principles
Handling medical emergencies and injuries
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) usage
Module 8: Hazardous Materials Response
Identifying hazardous materials
Safe handling and containment procedures
Personal protective equipment (PPE) usage
Module 9: Incident Management and Recovery
Incident command system (ICS) basics
Managing the response effort
Post-incident recovery and debriefing
Module 10: Practical Exercises and Drills
Conducting emergency response drills
Scenario-based practical exercises
Evaluating and improving response plans
Methodology
The course uses a combination of lectures, interactive discussions, practical demonstrations, and hands-on exercises. Participants will engage in realistic emergency scenarios to apply their knowledge and skills.
Duration
4 Hours
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate of completion, recognizing their competency in basic emergency response.
