Fire Safety Training: Prevention and Response in Offices is a 26-minute online course that teaches office employees how to prevent workplace fires and respond effectively during fire emergencies as required by OSHA's emergency action plan standard 29 CFR 1910.38. It is designed for employees in office, administrative, and corporate environments and includes a downloadable certificate of completion.
Fire can spread through an office building in under three minutes, turning a manageable incident into a life-threatening emergency. OSHA requires all employers with more than 10 employees to maintain a written emergency action plan under 29 CFR 1910.38, and fire safety training is a core component of that plan. The National Fire Protection Association reports that office and business properties experience thousands of structure fires annually, with electrical malfunctions, cooking equipment, and heating systems as the leading causes. Penalties for failing to maintain an emergency action plan or train employees on evacuation procedures can reach $16,550 per serious violation.
This course prepares your office employees to recognize fire hazards specific to office environments and respond appropriately when an emergency occurs. It covers fire prevention strategies - from proper electrical usage to kitchen safety in break rooms - along with evacuation procedures, assembly point protocols, and the role of designated fire wardens. Your team will understand when to evacuate immediately and when a fire can be safely contained, giving them the judgment needed to protect themselves and their coworkers.
OSHA's emergency action plan standard (29 CFR 1910.38) requires employers to develop and implement a written plan covering emergency escape procedures, route assignments, and employee training. The fire prevention plan standard (29 CFR 1910.39) further requires employers to identify workplace fire hazards, proper handling and storage of flammable materials, and maintenance of heat-producing equipment. Employers with 10 or fewer employees may communicate these plans orally rather than in writing. Employers must train employees on fire emergency procedures when the plan is first developed, when employee responsibilities change, and when the plan itself is modified. Serious violations of the emergency action plan or fire prevention plan standards carry penalties up to $16,550, and willful violations can reach $165,514. While office environments carry lower fire risk than industrial settings, OSHA applies these requirements regardless of perceived hazard level.
| Team Size | Price per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 - 9 | $29.95 |
| 10 - 24 | $23.95 |
| 25 - 49 | $21.55 |
| 50 - 99 | $17.50 |
This course is available in English, Spanish, and Multi-Language CC at no additional charge.
Certificate of completion included. Downloadable upon passing the final assessment.