- Description
AwareReach delivers this emergency response officer training in Lebanon as a 32-hour certification covering triage systems, mass-casualty incident management, and Incident Command System fundamentals for HSE officers, facility managers, and team leaders.
Emergency Response Officer Training in Lebanon — About This Course
First and foremost, the AR-ERO (Emergency Response Officer) certification prepares candidates to lead emergency response operations within their workplace or facility. AwareReach designs this emergency response officer training in Lebanon to develop the command, triage, and coordination skills required to manage complex multi-casualty emergencies.
Additionally, the programme is delivered across four days, integrating Incident Command System principles with practical triage exercises and scenario-based leadership development. Furthermore, participants will plan and rehearse Emergency Action Plans relevant to their organisational context.
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Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of AR-ERO, candidates will be able to:
– Apply START and SALT triage systems to rapidly classify multiple casualties by priority
– Assume command of an emergency scene and direct responders through structured ICS roles
– Develop, review, and implement a site-specific Emergency Action Plan
– Manage a mass-casualty incident from initial response through emergency services handover
– Communicate clearly with first responders, emergency services, and facility management under pressure
– Conduct a post-incident debrief and complete required documentation
– Identify and mitigate common hazards in emergency response environments
– Train and brief team members on emergency response roles and responsibilities
Course Structure (32 hours — 4 days)
– Module 1: Emergency Response Leadership and Officer Responsibilities (3h)
– Module 2: Scene Safety, Hazard Assessment, and Dynamic Risk Management (3h)
– Module 3: Triage Systems — START and SALT (4h)
– Module 4: Incident Command System Fundamentals (4h)
– Module 5: Mass Casualty Incident Management (4h)
– Module 6: Advanced Patient Packaging and Extrication (4h)
– Module 7: Emergency Action Plan Development (4h)
– Module 8: Communication, Reporting, and Documentation (3h)
– Module 9: Written Examination and Practical Scenario Assessment (3h)
Assessment
Written Examination — 50 multiple-choice questions, closed book, 60 minutes. Consequently, candidates must achieve a minimum of 80% to pass.
Practical Assessment — Full scenario assessment: candidates command a simulated mass-casualty incident using triage, ICS, and Emergency Action Plan procedures.
Prerequisite
AwareReach requires a valid AR-FAR (First Aid Responder) certification for enrolment. Additionally, an equivalent recognised qualification may be accepted, assessed by the Head of Centre.
Certification
Successful candidates receive the AR-ERO — Emergency Response Officer Certificate of Competence, issued under the AwareReach Certification Authority. In addition, the certificate remains valid for 2 years from date of issue. Overall, this emergency response officer training in Lebanon follows international resuscitation guidelines established by ILCOR.
Lead Instructor — Emergency Response Officer Training
Maroun El Hajj leads this emergency response officer training as Senior Trainer for the First Aid and Emergency Response pathway.