Emergency Control Organisation (Warden) Training

This course is designed to provide suitable and adequate information, training and instruction to persons appointed to the role of Floor/Area Warden and Warden, within an Emergency Control Organisation.

Course Duration: Up to 2 Hours
Participant Numbers: Max. 20 Persons

Training Topics for Floor/Area Wardens and Wardens

  • The duties of the ECO as described in the emergency response procedures and emergency plan
  • Procedures for the specific emergencies contained in the emergency plan
  • Responding to alarms and reports of emergencies
  • Reporting emergencies and initiating the installed emergency warning equipment
  • Communication during emergencies
  • Pre-emergency activities
  • Emergency activities
  • Post-emergency activities
  • Occupants and visitors with disabilities
  • Human behaviour during emergencies
  • The use of installed emergency response equipment
  • The performance of the building and its installations during a fire or other emergency

Selection Criteria for Floor/Area Warden

The person/s appointed as Floor/Area Wardens should:

  • Be capable of performing their duties
  • Have leadership qualities and the ability to command authority
  • Display effective decision making skills
  • Demonstrate the capability to remain calm under pressure
  • Be available on-site to undertake their appointed duties
  • Be capable of effectively communicating with occupants and visitors
  • Be capable of deputizing for other positions on the ECO
  • Be able to undergo relevant training

Selection Criteria for Warden

The person/s appointed as Wardens should:

  • Be capable of performing their duties
  • Have leadership qualities and command authority
  • Be available to undertake their appointed duties
  • Be capable of effectively communicating with occupants and visitors
  • Be capable of deputizing for other positions
  • Be able to undergo relevant training