Emergencies In the Home
Emergencies can happen at any time in the home setting — from medical issues to fire, falls, or power outages. This course prepares caregivers to recognize, respond to, and report emergencies quickly and confidently. For caregivers in British Columbia, this includes following the client’s care plan, organizational emergency procedures, and applicable home and community care safety practices. You’ll learn how to plan, follow agency protocols, and protect both client and personal safety during any home emergency.
30 mins Certificate included 100% online English Audio & Captions
Learning Objectives
What you'll learn
By the end of this course, caregivers will be able to:
- Identify different types of home emergencies and appropriate caregiver actions.
- Demonstrate how to remain calm and ensure client safety during crises.
- Describe how to activate emergency systems and communicate with responders.
- Apply safety procedures for fires, falls, and weather-related events.
- Document and report incidents accurately and promptly.
- Create an emergency plan that fits the client’s health, mobility, and environment.
What's inside
This course includes
How-to instructional videos
Interactive learning activities
Knowledge checks throughout
Audio narration
Closed captions (accessibility)
Certificate of completion
Scenario-based videos
Downloadable checklists
Mobile-friendly access
Progress saving (resume anytime)
