When you think of fire safety at your workplace, you might focus on things like fire extinguishers, smoke alarms and evacuation routes. But there’s another crucial element that can be overlooked, fire safety training. Why train your staff in fire safety? When you provide staff fire safety training, you’re not only meeting your legal duties as an employer, but empowering your employees to protect themselves, their co-workers and your business from effects of a fire.
Why is employee fire safety training important?
Fire safety training is essential for employees in any workplace. Fire safety training equips your staff with the knowledge and skills to:
- Identify potential fire hazards
- Prevent fires
- Respond effectively in the case of a fire
Training staff goes beyond preventing property damage and business interruption. In a fire emergency, every second counts. Employees can save lives. When your staff know how to classify a fire and identify the correct fire extinguisher for each they can protect themselves and others from harm.
How can you build a culture of safety through fire education?
Fire safety training is not just about compliance, it fosters a culture of safety and responsibility in the whole organisation. When staff feel valued and empowered to be responsible for their own and their co-workers’ safety, they will be proactive in identifying and dealing with hazards.
Training also builds teamwork and communication skills that are vital in emergencies.
What are the business benefits of fire safety training?
Why train your staff in fire safety? Fire safety training is good for staff wellbeing and your organisation’s success. A well-trained workforce can better prevent fires and minimise damage if one occurs. This can help you:
- Reduce insurance premiums
- Avoid costly business interruptions
- Protect your reputation as a responsible employer
Workplace fire safety is everyone’s responsibility. But it starts with organisations empowering their employees. The Learning Rooms “Basic Fire Safety” eLearning course is designed to not only educate staff, but inspire them to take responsibility and know how to respond in the case of a workplace fire.
