Fire safety while teleworking

    Teleworking and hybrid working are here to stay. But there are potential fire hazards within your home. This course teaches you how to prevent fires and how to respond swiftly and correctly in the event of an emergency.

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    Why?

    More and more people are teleworking but a fire can still occur even there. It is important to take preventive measures against fire and to be able to respond appropriately should a fire break out. This course will prepare you for a fire-safe working environment at home.

    More and more people are teleworking but a fire can still occur even there.

    What do you learn?

    You will learn all about fire prevention and firefighting. These topics will be covered:

    • Definitions and some figures

    • Different work environments

    • How does a fire start and propagate?

    • What are the primary causes of death or injury in a fire?

    • What is the correct course of action in the event of a fire?

    • How do you protect yourself?

    • What to pay attention to when teleworking?

    There is a maximum of 25 participants. This course is offered via MS Teams.

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    Results?

    After completing this training course, you will be able to respond appropriately in the event of a fire at home, a different type of work environment than your usual workplace.

    For whom?

    This course is intended for teleworkers.

    What does the law say?

    Organisations that had already drafted a working from home policy before 1 January 2021 do not need to take any action. All other organisations for which working from home is possible are now obliged to develop and implement a working from home policy.

    The aim of the working from home policy is to both monitor productivity and guarantee the well-being of employees. For example, agreements must be made about:

    • The equipment required for teleworking

    • Working hours and schedules

    • Duties and performance standards

    • Details about where employees can go in case of problems

    More information can be found in Collective Labour Agreement 85 and in the Workable and Flexible Work Act.

    Price

    The prices depends on how you follow the training. 

    1 year access to the training and all content is included in the price.

    If your organisation is affiliated with Mensura External Service for Prevention and Protection at Work (ESPPW) and you have prevention units, you can pay with these as long as your balance is sufficient.

    Subsidies

    We qualify for all kinds of subsidies and financing options because we are certified by many government agencies and sector funds.

    • SME-Portfolio (in Flanders). Use these certification numbers in your request: 

      • members of Mensura External Department for Prevention for Prevention and Protection: Mensura EDPB - DV.O105072 

      • non-members: Mensura CONSULT - DV.O101943 

    • Training vouchers 

    • Sector fund

      • Alimento

      • Constructiv

    • Workabillity vouchers

    Also check out the general frequently asked questions, including on certification and payments >