Emergency Preparedness Courses
Oxford Home Study Centre is proud to offer the highest quality free emergency preparedness courses, now open for enrolment. This exclusive free emergency preparedness response course is self-paced and free of charge. Study in your own time at a pace that suits your lifestyle, building the knowledge and skills needed to stay cool in times of crisis. Our free emergency preparedness training courses are based on the same high-quality materials as our paid courses. Key topics covered include emergency planning, the different categories of emergencies, establishing a chain of command, the responsibilities of the facility manager and more. All required study aids are included with our free emergency response training courses - no other materials or resources required. Sign up for this free emergency preparedness program online, or contact a member of our admissions team anytime to learn more.
In business, ensuring you are adequately prepared for every plausible scenario is essential. The term emergency preparedness refers to the steps a business takes to ensure its safety and continuity before, during and after a crisis of any kind. Emergencies take on a variety of forms, ranging from outbreaks of disease to acts of violence, power outages, and natural disasters, many of which are preventable, though some are inevitable. In all instances, predicting and avoiding emergency situations is not always possible. A good emergency preparedness strategy will always focus on prevention. Where prevention is not an option, an emergency preparedness plan will cover evacuation procedures, delegation of responsibilities, and contingency plans for maintaining business operations. Emergency preparedness is essential in all areas of business and remains a highly valued discipline among employers and organisational leaders worldwide.
Continue developing your expertise by exploring our complete range of OHSC Courses, including professional risk management courses designed to strengthen your knowledge of business continuity, crisis planning, and organisational resilience. If you're new to the subject, our free online risk management training offers an accessible introduction, while our collection of online certificate courses provides flexible opportunities to build recognised skills.
Broaden your understanding with our wider OHSC Courses, featuring career-focused risk management learning for professionals across a variety of industries. You can also explore our introductory risk management learning resources alongside our free professional development courses, allowing you to gain practical knowledge and advance your career through convenient online study.
By the end of this course the learner will be able to:
- Meaning of Facility Emergency Preparedness.
- Emergency Planning is a continuous process.
- The responsibilities of the facilities manager in emergency preparedness.
Free Study and Optional Certification
You can enrol on our Emergency Preparedness (Short Course), access the online learning materials and complete the course without paying a course fee. Certification is optional and available separately after successful completion.
You may choose to purchase:
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QLS-endorsed Certificate of Achievement
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CPD-accredited certificate issued by the CPD Standards Office as a record of continuing professional development
You may order either certificate individually or purchase both for the same completed course. Buying one does not require you to buy the other.
Each certificate has its own price, and the total payable may vary according to the certificates selected, course level, format and delivery option. View our current certificate options and prices.
Certification is entirely optional and is not required to access the course materials or complete your studies.
Course Content
Emergency Preparedness Course covers the following key topics:
- Estimate Probability of Occurrence
- Emergency Planning
- Categorizing Emergencies
- Emergency Categories
- Development of an Emergency Plan
- Organizational Considerations
- Command, Control, and Communications
- Chain Of Command
- Succession Responsibility
- Facility Emergency Operations Centre (FEOC)
- Facility Manager Responsibilities
- Emergency and Security Manager Responsibilities
How It Works
Build your knowledge through clear and accessible online learning.
Complete the assignments and achieve the required marks.
Choose an optional certificate after completing the course.
Why Choose a Certificate?

An optional certificate provides a clear record of successful course completion. Add it to your learning portfolio and share it where relevant.
Completing the course and its assessments shows your commitment to developing subject knowledge through focused, independent learning.
Use your new knowledge to support further study, workplace development or personal goals. A certificate records completion but does not guarantee employment or professional status.
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Course Info
| Course Level | 1 |
| Awarding Body | OHSC |
| Course Duration | 20 Hours |
| Entry Requirements | Open to All |
| Start Date | Ongoing |
