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Chemical Hazards Part III: Immediate Actions at the Event Site
Chemical hazards cause public health problems for countries globally. This online learning programme is designed to enable practice in the actions
Early-release course
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About this course
This course aims to teach participants to identify and assess the key factors relevant to safe arrival and positioning at a chemical incident. It also teaches participants to adapt the actions that should be performed at a chemical incident. Please also see Chemical Hazards Part I: Introduction to Chemical Hazards and Chemical Hazards Part II: Elements for Assessment. You may want to familiarize yourself with the previous course before you begin this one.
Who is this course for?
This course is primarily designed for first responders and clinicians, including doctors and nurses. This includes people who would be first on a scene at a chemical incident.
Prerequisite knowledge
There are no prerequisites for this course. It is suitable for anyone interested in learning about chemical hazards.
What will you learn?
You will learn how to identify the factors relevant to safe arrival and positioning at the location of a chemical incident. You will also learn how to explain the importance of assessing a chemical incident for which protective gear to use (at least three self-protection measures. You will learn how to adapt the required actions at the chemical incident by the emergency responder and allocate appropriate resources based on the assessment. You will practice using the ERG app to support response at a chemical event. You will simulate the immediate actions for stabilsation of the victims of a chemical incident. Finally, you will practice explaining the principles of resource management for the safe transfer of the victims.
Learning experience
Your learning journey comprises four self-paced modules that you should complete in sequence. Each module is designed to take about 60 minutes to complete and includes a variety of engaging activities such as case-based learning, reflections, videos, guided examples, interactive stories, and quizzes. This structure ensures a comprehensive and interactive learning experience, allowing you to learn and apply the key principles effectively.
Assessment and Award
You will receive a WHO Academy Award of Completion when you complete all learning activities in all four modules. These awards are saved in your ‘My Achievements’ space and can be downloaded and shared.