All courses
View all courses
Play it Safe
Fire Safety
8 minutes
Fire prevention: Opening of doors and risk of collapse
Description
In a fire emergency, opening a door incorrectly can have fatal consequences. This course teaches you the risks of opening doors in fire situations and how to apply a safe, step-by-step procedure. You will also learn to recognize signs of structural collapse and how to protect yourself and others.
After this course you can
- Recognize the dangers of opening a door during a fire or in a smoke-filled environment
- Describe the correct procedure for safely opening a door in a fire situation
- Identify warning signs of structural collapse risk
- Apply safety measures to protect yourself and colleagues during a fire emergency
- Explain why fire doors and compartmentalization are critical in limiting fire spread
Who is it for?
This training is intended for all employees who want to know how to act safely during a fire emergency.
