Evacuation Chair Training – Online Course

Evacuating a person with limited mobility during an emergency requires planning, awareness and an understanding of appropriate evacuation procedures.

The Evacuation Chair Training course provides learners with essential awareness of evacuation chairs and the procedures involved in supporting the safe evacuation of people who may have difficulty using stairs during an emergency.

The course helps learners understand the role of evacuation chairs, emergency planning, safe operating principles and the importance of following workplace procedures and manufacturer guidance.

What You Will Learn

By completing this course, learners will understand:

• The purpose and role of evacuation chairs
• When an evacuation chair may be required
• The importance of emergency evacuation planning
• The responsibilities of staff involved in emergency evacuation
• How evacuation chairs are prepared and checked
• Key safety considerations when using evacuation chairs
• How to support people with mobility difficulties during an emergency
• The importance of communication during an evacuation
• Potential hazards and risks during evacuation
• The importance of following manufacturer instructions and workplace procedures
• The role of regular training, drills and equipment checks

Who Is This Course For?

This course is suitable for employees, designated evacuation personnel, fire wardens, health and safety personnel, managers and supervisors who may have a role in emergency evacuation procedures.

It can be particularly useful for workplaces, buildings and organisations where evacuation arrangements need to consider people who may have difficulty using stairs.

Course Features

✅ 100% online learning
✅ Self-paced learning
✅ Approximately 35 minutes
✅ Practical workplace-focused awareness
✅ Online assessment
✅ Certificate on successful completion
✅ Suitable for workplace training and refresher awareness

Important Note

This online course provides awareness and theoretical knowledge. It should be used alongside appropriate practical training, workplace emergency procedures, evacuation plans and manufacturer guidance where hands-on operation of an evacuation chair is required.