Protect yourself and others during hospital fire emergencies by learning essential hospital fire safety protocols and emergency response procedures.
Develop lifesaving hospital fire safety competencies that help prevent injuries and save lives in medical facility emergencies.
Certification and Credentials:
- Certification from the Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD)
- Blue LA Fire Card credential is valid for four years
- Continuing education units are available for EMS professionals and nursing board certification
Hospital Fire Safety Class Content:
- Emergency procedures and response protocols in hospital fire situations
- Patient rescue techniques, including safe drags and carries for injured individuals
- Proper operation and maintenance of fire extinguishers
- Classification of different fire types and appropriate control methods
- Hospital-specific fire protection systems and equipment
- Safe evacuation procedures for staff and patients
- Home fire safety concepts and prevention strategies
- Pre-fire planning and risk assessment for facilities
Compliance with Regulatory Requirements:
This course fulfills the Hospital Fire Safety training requirement mandated by the City of Los Angeles Fire Code, specifically Section 57.113.09.
Recommended For:
- All hospital personnel employed in the City of Los Angeles
- Retirement home and senior living facility staff
- Skilled nursing facility and long-term care employees
Mandatory For:
All personnel working in hospital settings within the City of Los Angeles, including skilled nursing facilities, psychiatric hospitals, urgent care clinics, and retirement communities.
Upon successful completion, you will receive a Blue Fire Safety Card satisfying LAFD Hospital Fire Safety requirements for all applicable positions. This credential remains valid for four years from the issue date.
This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.
Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.
