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Plumbing: Fire Safety Essentials

 

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CONTENT TYPE

VR, ILV, Interactive Modules

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DURATION

3 Hours

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TARGET AUDIENCE

Technician

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COURSE DELIVERY

VR or Web-based

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Credits : - 0.3

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About the Course:

This Plumbing: Fire Safety Essentials microcredential equips plumbing technicians with the knowledge and practical skills required to identify fire hazards, select the appropriate fire extinguisher, and respond safely to fire emergencies encountered during plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair activities. 

Learners will practice real-world fire safety procedures including hazard recognition, extinguisher classification, equipment inspection, PASS (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep) operation techniques, emergency response protocols, and workplace fire prevention practices. The course emphasizes safety compliance, risk assessment, and proper extinguisher usage to reduce workplace incidents and protect personnel, property, and equipment. 

Technicians will gain hands-on experience in fire extinguisher operation, emergency preparedness, and fire prevention strategies, improving jobsite safety and regulatory compliance.

Learning Objectives:

  • Identify common fire hazards associated with plumbing installation and maintenance activities
  • Recognize different classes of fires and appropriate extinguisher types
  • Understand fire extinguisher components, markings, and operating principles
  • Safely inspect fire extinguishers for readiness and compliance
  • Apply the PASS method correctly during fire extinguisher operation
  • Select the proper extinguisher based on the type of fire emergency
  • Follow workplace fire response and evacuation procedures
  • Demonstrate safe practices when working around combustible materials, electrical systems, and hot work activities
  • Perform basic fire risk assessments in plumbing work environments
  • Maintain compliance with workplace safety standards and fire protection requirements

Course delivered via LMS and requires an Oculus VR headset for hands-on VR simulations.

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Workforce Development

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At ImmerseLearn, we equip plumbing technicians with the fire safety awareness and emergency response skills required to maintain safe residential, commercial, and industrial worksites. This microcredential strengthens hazard recognition, extinguisher operation, and workplace safety practices through immersive VR-based learning.

Fire Hazard Recognition and Prevention −
Learn how to identify potential fire hazards commonly encountered during plumbing work, including hot work operations, electrical equipment, combustible materials, and confined workspaces. Technicians develop the ability to reduce risks and implement effective fire prevention measures before incidents occur.
Fire Hazard Recognition and Prevention +
Learn how to identify potential fire hazards commonly encountered during plumbing work, including hot work operations, electrical equipment, combustible materials, and confined workspaces. Technicians develop the ability to reduce risks and implement effective fire prevention measures before incidents occur.
Safe Work Practices +
Practice essential fire safety procedures including proper extinguisher handling, emergency response planning, evacuation awareness, and compliance with workplace safety requirements. Emphasis is placed on protecting personnel, equipment, and property during plumbing operations.
Fire Extinguisher Selection and Operation Skills +
Understand fire classifications and how to select the appropriate extinguisher for each situation. Technicians will learn proper inspection procedures, operating techniques, and safe extinguisher deployment using industry-recognized emergency response practices.
Emergency Response and Safety Verification +
Apply fire safety knowledge in realistic workplace scenarios by assessing hazards, selecting extinguishers, responding to simulated fire events, and verifying safe worksite conditions. Learners will develop confidence in managing emergency situations while maintaining personal and workplace safety.

By completing this microcredential, technicians will gain the confidence and practical fire safety skills needed to recognize fire hazards, operate fire extinguishers effectively, respond to emergencies safely, and maintain a safer plumbing work environment.