PEEPs & Neurodiversity
£120.00
Please note: in order to purchase this course, it is a pre-requisite that you must have previously purchased the Practical PEEPs Course.
It is estimated that one in seven people or more than 15% of the UK population are neurodivergent with a range of neurodiversity including Attention Deficit Disorders, Autism, Dyslexia, and Dyspraxia.
This supplementary course addresses the challenges for fire professionals and Responsible Persons of developing evacuation plans for neurodivergent people.
The course is recognised by the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) with 2 hours CPD and learners have 30 days in which to complete the course.
Description
Target audience
Building managers and those incurring responsibility for preparing and delivering PEEPs.
Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will have the knowledge to implement PEEPs that accommodate the needs of individuals with neurodiverse conditions.
IFE CPD: 2 hours.
Briefcase Documents: PEEP worked examples and course notes.
Please note: This is a supplementary course, and the Practical PEEPs course should be completed prior to this course being undertaken.
It is estimated that one in seven people, or more than 15% of the UK population are neurodivergent with a range of neurodiversity including Attention Deficit Disorders, Autism, Dyslexia and Dyspraxia.
The course provides practical guidance on creating inclusive emergency evacuation plans for neurodiverse individuals. It covers how conditions like autism, ADHD, and dyslexia affect emergency responses, including sensory sensitivities, communication challenges, and cognitive processing differences.
Learners will assess specific needs, develop tailored evacuation strategies, and integrate these considerations into broader fire safety plans. The course provides the learner with the knowledge to identify barriers and create clear, personalised solutions. The course also highlights staff training and fostering a supportive environment.
The course concludes with a final review to reinforce learning, ensuring that all participants have understand the essential concepts. To successfully complete the programme and receive CPD certification, learners must demonstrate full competency by achieving a 100% pass rate in the assessment.
