Emergency Action and Fire Prevention Plans

Key Topics

Emergency Action Plan (EAP); Communication and Reporting Requirements; Evacuation Procedures; Evacuation Warden Responsibilities; Exit Routes; Assembly Areas and Accounting for Employees; Fire, Rescue, and Medical Services Coordination; Fire Prevention Plan (FPP); Plan Administrator, Supervisor, and Employee Duties; Written Plan Components; FPP Best Practices; Types of Fire Hazards in the Workplace; Fire Extinguishing Systems; Using the PASS Method to Extinguish Fires; and FPP Training Requirements.

Target Audience

Employees, Supervisors, and Managers

IACET Credits= 0.7

As a student, you have free access to all our training materials, including knowledge checks and course activities. You will receive your completion certificate by the next business day.

The employer does not pay for the course until the first of the month billing cycle in the month after the training was completed. 

Workplace emergencies, such as fires, chemical spills, and natural disasters, can strike unexpectedly. OSHA mandates that most employers maintain written plans to equip employees to respond swiftly and safely. Without adequate preparation, chaotic evacuations may result in confusion, injuries, and damage to property.

This course offers a comprehensive overview of two essential OSHA standards: OSHA 1910.38, Emergency Action Plans, and OSHA 1910.39, Fire Prevention Plans. You will gain insight into the necessary elements of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), which encompasses evacuation procedures, designated escape routes, emergency reporting protocols, and the utilization of evacuation maps.

Additionally, the course addresses the stipulations of a Fire Prevention Plan (FPP), detailing the responsibilities of management, supervisors, and employees concerning fire safety, the requirements for written plans, identification of fire hazards, and obligations for employee training. This course is not intended to alter or define your compliance obligations under OSHA standards or the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970. To ensure compliance, please refer to the current OSHA regulations applicable to your workplace.