Course Overview

This practical, hands-on training prepares participants to help people evacuate their homes and communities safely during emergencies. Whether it’s flooding, storms, or civil defence emergencies, this course teaches how to support whānau, neighbours, and vulnerable people in getting to safety. Participants will learn how to assist in evacuations at a community level—not making evacuation decisions but helping people move safely when needed. This training aligns with key aspects of NZQA Unit Standard 7302 – Assist people to evacuate during an emergency.

What You Will Learn

• ✅ How to identify when an evacuation is needed and how to assist others.
• ✅ Safe evacuation procedures for homes, marae, and community spaces.
• ✅ How to help vulnerable people, including elderly, disabled, and children.
• ✅ How to support whānau and neighbours in high-stress situations.
• ✅ Practical skills for transporting people and belongings safely.
• ✅ Working alongside Civil Defence, emergency responders, and community teams.
• ✅ Hands-on scenario-based training for real-world evacuation situations.
• ✅ NZQA-aligned certification and compliance.

Who This Course is For

• Community members, marae, and organisations helping whānau evacuate.
• Local volunteers and response teams supporting Civil Defence efforts.
• Community hubs and groups assisting displaced people.
• Council and community groups preparing for emergency evacuations.
• Businesses and managers responsible for helping staff and customers.

Key Activities Covered (NZQA Unit Standard 7302)

• ✔ Recognising evacuation risks and helping people make safe choices.
• ✔ Assisting whānau and vulnerable individuals in leaving their homes.
• ✔ Coordinating safe transport and relocation within a community setting.
• ✔ Managing communication and practical support during evacuations.
• ✔ Ensuring safety, security, and accountability in community-led evacuations.

Requirements

• No prior experience required – suitable for all skill levels.

Other

• Duration: 1-day training.
• Certification: NZQA unit standard registration available.
• Location: On-site or designated training facility.
• Group size: Suitable for community groups, volunteers, and individuals.