At the completion of this continuing education article you should be able to:

1. Recognise the fire tetrahedron and discuss methods of extinguishing fires based on collapsing the fire tetrahedron

2. Implement safety measures to minimise the risk of fire in a health care facility

3. Explain the actions to be taken in the event of a fire emergency.

Duration: 1 hour  CEU/CNE points: 1

Author:Janie Petersen

This activity has been endorsed by APEC number 50422108 as authorised by Royal College of Nursing, Australia according to approved criteria. Participation in this activity earns you 1 Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) point as part of the Royal College of Nursing, Australia Life Long Learning Program (3LP).