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Firefighting Course: The Dangers of Smoke Inhalation During a Fire

• 2022-04-11

Smoke inhalation from a fire can result in severe internal damage, long-term side effects, and may potentially result in death. Understand the dangers of smoke inhalation with our guide to the effects that occur when you inhale smoke…

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EMCARE March Article Summaries

• 2022-04-11

Safety Officer Course: 8 Workplace Disasters from Around the World From the collapse of the Rana Plaza in Bangladesh to the Glasgow-based ICL Plastics factory explosion to the catastrophic gas leak at Union Carbide India Limited pesticide plant in Bhopal, workplace disasters occur worldwide. Workplace disasters have devastating consequences of loss of life, injuries to…

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Working at Heights Course: Careers for Those Who Love Heights

• 2022-04-04

Do your palms start sweating when you think of looking over the edge of a skyrise building? Do you feel faint when you think of hanging from a 10-meter tree? If not, then you can pursue a career that incorporates working at heights! We have briefly outlined 7 career…

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Firefighting Course: Get Out of a Fire Alive

• 2022-03-29

Firefighting Course: Get Out of a Fire Alive The threat of a house fire is always present. A forgotten candle, a faulty electrical wire, or an overheating pot of oil on the stove can all lead to a disastrous house fire. If a fire starts in your home,…

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Fire Fighting Training: The Fire Tetrahedron Explained

• 2022-03-18

Whether you are looking to become a professional firefighter or are simply wanting to be prepared to keep yourself, your loved ones, or your colleagues safe when you are faced with a fire emergency, you need to have a thorough understanding of the fire tetrahedron.…

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First Aid Training at a Leading Training Academy

• 2022-03-18

Becoming a fire fighter is one of the most incredible ways to serve society and to ensure that your occupation is a meaningful one. Before you embark on fire fighting training, you may ponder what it entails, what is needed from you and how safe will you be, including the uniform…

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Safety Officer Course: 8 Workplace Disasters from Around the World

• 2022-03-10

Over the centuries, the world has been shocked by the tragedies of workplace disasters. Workplace disasters range from explosions to fires to collapsed buildings, all resulting in deaths, injuries, and destruction of property. We highlight…

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EMCARE January Article Summaries

• 2022-02-27

Fire Fighting Training: Terminology to Expect in EMCARE’s Course: Calm, clear, and reduced communication between firefighters in a fire emergency is essential to avoid unnecessary injuries or accidents. Due to the unpredictability of fires and the presence of smoke, firefighters need to communicate quickly in condensed phrases so that the correct actions are uniformly…

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EMCARE December Article Summaries

• 2022-02-27

Learning About Emergency Evacuations in Health and Safety Training The actions taken in the first few minutes of a workplace emergency can be the difference between life or death for employees. Being prepared for any type of emergency that can affect your workplace is critical to ensuring employee safety. This article briefly outlines emergency plans and preparedness,…

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EMCARE November Article Summaries

• 2022-02-27

Reduce Safety Hazards in Mines with EMCARE Occupational Health and Safety Courses South African miners are exposed to numerous hazards whilst performing their critical work. From health hazards caused by dust inhalation or whole-body vibration, injuries caused by rockfalls or fires, and safety risks caused by mechanical failures or flooding in the mine, the safety of…

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