Emergency and basic fire awareness UV11251 L/503/5904 Learner name: VRQ Learner number:
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UV11251 Emergency and basic fire awareness This unit will provide you with a basic understanding of fire safety and emergency procedures. You will learn about the potential causes of fire, and how to identify different types of fire extinguisher. UV11251_v6
Level 1 Credit value 1 GLH 10 Observation(s) 1 External paper(s) 0
Emergency and basic fire awareness Learning outcomes On completion of this unit you will: 1. Be able to use a fire extinguisher 2. Understand health and safety signage in a public venue 3. Understand potential causes of fire and how to respond to a fire emergency 4. Know how to deal with an emergency involving people 5. Know the different types of fire extinguisher Evidence requirements 1. Environment Evidence for this unit must be gathered in a real or realistic working environment. 2. Simulation Simulation is not allowed in this unit. 3. Observation outcomes Competent performance of Observation outcomes must be demonstrated to your assessor on at least one occasion. 4. Knowledge outcomes There must be evidence that you possess all the knowledge and understanding listed in the Knowledge section of this unit. This evidence may include projects, assignments, case studies, reflective accounts, oral/written questioning and/or other forms of evidence. 5. Tutor/Assessor guidance You will be guided by your tutor/assessor on how to achieve learning outcomes in this unit. All outcomes must be achieved. 6. External paper There is no external paper requirement for this unit. UV11251 3
Achieving observations and range Achieving observation outcomes Your assessor will observe your performance of practical tasks. The minimum number of observations required is indicated in the evidence requirements section of this unit. Achieving range There are no range statements that apply to this unit. Criteria may not always naturally occur during a practical observation. In such instances you will be required to produce other forms of evidence or asked questions to demonstrate your competence in this area. Your assessor will document the criteria that have been achieved through oral questioning. Your assessor will sign off an outcome when all criteria have been competently achieved. 4 UV11251
Observations Outcome 1 Be able to use a fire extinguisher You can: a. Use a fire extinguisher* *May be assessed through oral questioning. Observation 1 Optional Optional Date achieved Criteria questioned orally Portfolio reference Assessor initials Learner signature UV11251 5
Developing knowledge Achieving knowledge outcomes You will be guided by your tutor and assessor on the evidence that needs to be produced. Your knowledge and understanding will be assessed using the assessment methods listed below: Where possible your assessor will integrate knowledge outcomes into practical observations through oral questioning. Observed work performance Witness testimony/statements Audio-visual media Evidence of prior learning or attainment Written questions Oral questions Assignments Case studies Professional discussion Employer-provided question papers and tests E-assessment. 6 UV11251
Knowledge Outcome 2 Understand health and safety signage in a public venue You can: Portfolio reference / Assessor initials* a. Identify the meaning of signs and symbols used to denote hazards in a public venue b. Identify the escape routes and emergency signage in a public venue *Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned. UV11251 7
Outcome 3 Understand potential causes of fire and how to respond to a fire emergency You can: Portfolio reference / Assessor initials* a. List the components of the fire tetrahedron b. List some of the potential causes of fire at a public event c. State the correct procedure in the event of discovering a fire at a public venue *Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned. 8 UV11251
Outcome 4 Know how to deal with an emergency involving people You can: Portfolio reference / Assessor initials* a. Give an example of an emergency situation in the home (other than fire) b. State the appropriate response action to an emergency situation in the home (other than fire) c. Give an example of an emergency situation other than fire in a public place d. State the appropriate response action to an emergency other than fire in a public place e. Identify what the responsibility of a volunteer is when dealing with people during an emergency f. Identify when as a volunteer, own responsibility must be handed over to police or experienced professionals g. Identify which professional bodies a volunteer may be working with during an emergency *Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned. UV11251 9
Outcome 5 Know the different types of fire extinguisher You can: Portfolio reference / Assessor initials* a. State what colour fire extinguisher to use on each of the following types of fire: electrical non-electrical *Assessor initials to be inserted if orally questioned. 10 UV11251
Unit content This section provides guidance on the recommended knowledge and skills required to enable you to achieve each of the learning outcomes in this unit. Your tutor/assessor will ensure you have the opportunity to cover all of the unit content. Outcome 1: Be able to use a fire extinguisher Using a fire extinguisher: PASS (P - pull the pin, A - aim at the base of the fire, S - squeeze the lever slowly, S - sweep from side to side). Outcome 2: Understand health and safety signage in a public venue Health and safety signage: Prohibition colour (red and black on white), shape (round), forbids an action, e.g. no smoking. Mandatory colour (white on black), shape (round), requires an action, e.g. head protection must be worn. Caution colour (black on yellow), shape (triangle), indicates a potential hazard, e.g. slippery when wet. Danger colour (white on red), shape (triangle), indicates a definite hazard, e.g. danger high voltage. General information colour (white on blue), shape (square/rectangle), indicates permission or public information, e.g. motorway services. Emergency signage colour (white on green), shape (square, rectangle), indicates first aid, health, fire protection, fire fighting and emergency equipment. Escape routes: Should be sufficient and capable to evacuate all people likely to use premises at any time, should be clearly marked, kept clear of obstacles/ obstructions, normally at least two escape routes, exit doors on escape routes should normally open in the direction of travel, doors easily openable without need for key, provision made for evacuation of disabled persons. UV11251 11
Outcome 3: Understand potential causes of fire and how to respond to a fire emergency Components of the fire tetrahedron: Fire (three elements) - fuel (something to burn), air (oxygen is needed), heat (catalyst to start fuel and oxygen combustion). Causes of fire at a public event: Electrical (e.g. neglect and misuse of wiring and electrical appliances), refuse/ rubbish (e.g. accumulating in work/storage areas), smoking (e.g. discarded cigarettes, matches, inadequate ashtrays), heaters (e.g. portable heaters can be knocked over, poorly sited or inadequately guarded, all heaters could overheat if obstructed), hazardous goods (e.g. materials such as paints, adhesives or other chemicals), arson. Discovering a fire: Follow emergency procedures, operating fire alarms, shouting fire, evacuating via escape routes, avoiding lifts, closing doors, proceeding to assembly points, contacting the emergency services, care of casualties, PEEP (Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan). Outcome 4: Know how to deal with an emergency involving people Emergency situations in the home (other than fire): Electrocution, gas leaks, floods, household chemicals, injuries, poisoning. Appropriate response: PEEP, call emergency services. Emergency situations (other than fire) in a public place: Pollution (spillages), bomb scare, discovering an injured person. Appropriate response: Raise alarm, contact emergency services, follow emergency procedures, evacuate public to assembly points, care of casualties. Volunteers and emergencies: Allocated duties, as per policies and procedures set by the organisation, within agreed roles and responsibilities. When to hand over to police or experienced professionals: When outside scope of responsibility, when outside of designated roles, follow guidance/direction of professionals at all times. Professional bodies working with emergencies: Police, fire and rescue, medical services (ambulance, paramedics), coastguard, lifeboat, military, bomb disposal. 12 UV11251
Outcome 5: Know the different types of fire extinguisher Fire extinguishers: Electrical CO 2 (black), dry powder (blue). Non-electrical water (red), foam (cream), CO 2 (black), dry powder (blue). UV11251 13
Notes Use this area for notes and diagrams 14 UV11251