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Course · 300 h · 5 modules
Basic Evacuation and Rescue Course
This course provides you with the essential skills to act quickly and effectively in emergency situations. You will learn evacuation protocols, primary rescue techniques, and the proper use of safety equipment. This program is…
Duration300 h
FormatOnline
Starts23 November
Places20 / 20
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Programme overview
What is the Basic Evacuation and Rescue Course?
The Basic Evacuation and Rescue course
This course provides you with the essential skills to act quickly and effectively in emergency situations. You will learn evacuation protocols, primary rescue techniques, and the proper use of safety equipment. This program is designed to prepare you for fires, earthquakes, and other critical situations, ensuring your personal safety and the safety of others.
Differential Advantages
- Practical Simulations: Realistic evacuation exercises in different scenarios.
- Rescue Techniques: Immobilization, transport of the injured, and basic first aid.
- Equipment Use: Handling of fire extinguishers, ropes, and other rescue equipment.
- Planning and Prevention: Risk identification and development of effective evacuation plans.
- Certification: Obtain a recognized certification that validates your evacuation and rescue skills.
Programme type
Course
Study mode
Online
Duration
300 hours
Modules
5
Start date
08-12-2026
Programme highlights
- Evacuation Fundamentals: Learn the basic principles and essential protocols for a safe and effective evacuation.
- Rescue Techniques: Master fundamental rescue techniques in various scenarios, prioritizing the safety of both the rescuer and the victim.
- Essential Equipment: Familiarize yourself with basic evacuation and rescue equipment, including its correct use and maintenance.
- Basic First Aid: Gain essential first aid knowledge to treat injured people during evacuation or rescue.
- Practical Drills: Participate in realistic drills to apply your acquired knowledge and improve your emergency response.
- Prepare to respond effectively to emergency situations with our Basic Evacuation and Rescue course.
Curriculum
Programme Structure
The programme is structured in 5 modules, listed below in order of study.
01
Fundamentals of evacuation and risk analysis in emergencies
- Definition of key concepts: evacuation, withdrawal, meeting point and escape routes.
- Identification of potential threats: fires, floods, structural failures and medical emergencies.
- Psychology of the masses in emergencies: management of panic, collective behaviour and leadership of groups.
- Environment vulnerability analysis: Recognition of emergency exits, signage and obstacles.
- The evacuation plan: design of diagrams, assignment of roles (guides, sweepers) and response times.
02
Techniques for mobilization and transfer of wounded without specialised equipment
- Principles of body mechanics: how to lift and move loads without compromising the health of the rescuer.
- Emergency drags: Firefighter drag technique, shoulder drag and use of blankets.
- Manual loads for a single rescuer: support technique, load on arms and load in the queen's chair.
- Transfer techniques for two or more rescuers: Formation of the chair of hands and loading by limbs.
- Rapid evaluation of the injured before the movement: Protocols to prevent the aggravation of injuries.
03
Rescue technical equipment and immobilization devices
- Use and maintenance of professional stretchers: basket-type stretcher (Stokes), spoon stretcher and spinal board.
- Immobilization devices: application of cervical collars, splints for limbs and fastening spiders.
- The basic rescue kit: ropes, carabiners, flashlights, whistles and personal protective equipment (EPI).
- Introduction to mechanical advantage systems: Use of pulleys and ropes to facilitate the movement of victims.
- Autonomous respiratory protection equipment and filters: basic principles for rescue in smoke environments.
04
Search and rescue in confined spaces and structures
- Primary and secondary search techniques: Systematic tracking of rooms and open areas.
- Area marking protocols: International codes to indicate revised rooms or found victims.
- Navigation in low visibility environments: wall technique, use of guide lines and contact communication.
- Rescue in basic confined spaces: atmospheric hazards, ventilation and safe entry procedures.
- Identification of structural hazards: basic shoring and signs of impending collapse.
05
Drills, Triage and Multiple Victim Management
- The Start triage method: Rapid classification of victims by priority (red, yellow, green, black).
- Organisation of the command post and the Victims Concentration Area (CVA) during an evacuation.
- Design and execution of evacuation drills: Time measurement and evaluation of critical errors.
- Crisis communication: Flow of information between rescuers, victims and emergency services.
- Post-incident stress management: Debriefing protocols for the rescue team after an operation.
Workload
Study Time and Workload
300 hours of study, online and at your own pace. Move the slider to the hours a week you can really put in.
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Who it is for
First responders (firefighters, rescuers, medical personnel) seeking updated protocols and safe techniques in emergency scenarios.Workers at heights or in confined spaces requiring certified training for self-rescue and assisting colleagues in hazardous situations.Members of industrial safety teams and occupational risk prevention specialists interested in optimizing emergency plans and staff
Faculty
Academic direction and faculty
The teaching team at Navalis: working professionals who deliver and oversee the institute's programmes.
Eng. Diego Cifuentes
Cap. Javier Abaroa (MCA)
Dr. Pau Ferrer
Dr. Nuria Llobregat
Eng. Javier Bañuls
Eng. Sofía Marquina
Eng. Tomás Riera
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Outcomes
Learning Outcomes
- 01Apply vertical rescue techniques
- 02Use personal and collective protective equipment
- 03Establish an effective communication system
- 04Assess and mitigate risks in emergency scenarios
- 05Provide basic first aid to victims
- 06Organize and lead evacuation teams
Careers
Career Opportunities
01Firefighter: Emergency response, high-angle and confined space rescue, firefighting.
02Emergency Medical Technician: Pre-hospital care, traffic accident rescue, basic life support.
03Security Personnel: Facility evacuation, access control, risk management.
04Lifeguard: Aquatic rescue, first aid, accident prevention.
05Civil Protection Volunteer: Emergency support, population evacuation, humanitarian logistics.
06Construction/Industrial Worker: Application of safety protocols, coworker rescue, incident response.
07Outdoor Activities/Adventure Sports Instructor: Risk management, mountain/wildlife rescue Natural sciences, first aid.
08Member of specialized rescue teams: Canine units, vertical rescue groups, maritime rescue teams.
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Questions
Entry Requirements
Move people to a safe place away from danger.
Yes. The itinerary includes ECDIS/Radar-ARPA/BRM with harbor, ocean, fog, storm, and SAR scenarios.
Online with live sessions; hybrid option for simulator/practical placements through agreements.
To move people from a dangerous area to a safe place.
Recommended functional SMCP. We offer support materials for standard phraseology.
Yes, with a relevant degree or experience in maritime/port operations. The admissions interview will confirm suitability.
Optional (3–6 months) through Companies & Collaborations and the Alumni Network.
Simulator practice (rubrics), defeat plans, SOPs, checklists, micro-tests and applied TFM.
A degree from Navalis Magna Institute + operational portfolio (tracks, SOPs, reports and KPIs) useful for audits and employment.
Online admissions
Admissions Process
No waiting for a phone call. If your documents are complete, you can pay in the same session.
Entry requirements
Physical and Health Aptitude:Medical certificate attesting to physical and mental fitness for strenuous activities and handling emergency situations.Recommended Prior Training:First Aid and Basic Life Support (BLS) course desirable.Mandatory Personal Equipment:Appropriate safety footwear, durable work clothing, and protective gloves.Minimum Age:Must be at least 18 years old at the start of training.```
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