Course Description
Shielding Your Sanctuary: Proactive Home Protection
Owning a space you can call home is not merely a possession, but a deeply personal reflection of who you are. Whether it's a sprawling mansion, a quaint cottage, or a cozy apartment in the city, this space represents comfort, freedom, and achievement. However, with the pleasures of homeownership come challenges. The sanctuary you treasure is exposed to an array of risks, both seen and unseen.
Imagine the horror of watching uncontrollable flames engulfing your memories, or waking up to find your home invaded by intruders. The specter of unforeseen dangers, both natural and man-made, can often cast a long shadow over the joy of homeownership. However, with knowledge, preparation, and vigilance, these fears can be mitigated.
Our comprehensive course, "Shielding Your Sanctuary," is meticulously crafted to arm you with the knowledge and tools to safeguard your haven:
1. Nature's Fury: Understand the threats posed by wildfires, hurricanes, earthquakes, and more. Learn the nuances of different natural disasters and how to prepare and protect your home from their wrath.
2. Silent Saboteurs: Dive deep into recognizing and rectifying structural issues. Discover potential hazards lurking within walls, like lead, asbestos, and faulty wiring, and the remedies to ensure a healthy living environment.
3. Guarding Against Intruders: From unwanted pests and mold to potential break-ins, gain insights into fortifying your home against these silent adversaries. Equip yourself with strategies to deter, detect, and deal with such threats.
4. Proactive Preparedness: It's not just about defense; it's about being proactive. Grasp the techniques of preventative maintenance, emergency drills, and building an effective response plan, ensuring minimal damage when calamity strikes.
By enrolling in this course, you're taking a powerful step toward turning your house into a fortress of safety. Understand that every home has its vulnerabilities, but with the right knowledge, tools, and attitude, you can substantially reduce risks and enjoy the peace of mind you truly deserve.
Your home is more than a structure; it's a story, a legacy, a dream. Equip yourself with the wisdom to protect it fiercely. Join us, and together let's build safer, stronger homes.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Learning Outcomes
- Identify preventative measures that can be taken to protect a home from specific hazards.
- Define potential hazards that may affect the safety of a home and its residents.
- Define and distinguish between the three types of home fire hazards: electrical fires, arson, and wildfires.
- Demonstrate appropriate fire safety and prevention protocols for handling potential electrical fires in a residential setting.
- Define the types of asbestos commonly found in homes and their associated risks using provided material.
- Identify asbestos-containing materials in residential buildings and determine the necessary action for safe removal or containment.
- Demonstrate effective strategies for reducing lead exposure at home, including detection, filtration, and safe removal practices.
- Recognize the potential sources of lead in residential environments, such as pipes, paint, and soil, and assess their risks.
- Define and identify at least four common types of mold found in homes, including their potential health effects and growth conditions.
- Demonstrate effective techniques for preventing and safely removing mold from various surfaces in the home, ensuring minimal exposure to health hazards.
- Identify signs of Chinese drywall in your home by examining construction dates, locations, sulfuric smells, sudden health issues, and metal corrosion.
- Recognize prevention and remediation strategies for Chinese drywall, including thorough inspections, seeking professional removal, and verifying complaints with the CPSC for safe living environments.
- Recognize the difference between a flood watch and a flood warning, and explain appropriate actions for each scenario.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Assessment Guide
Assessment | Points |
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Motives for Taking this Course | 2 points |
Quiz 1 | 50 points |
Lesson 2 Activity | 1 points |
Quiz 2 | 50 points |
Lesson 3 Activity | 1 points |
Quiz 3 | 50 points |
Quiz 4 | 50 points |
Quiz 5 | 50 points |
Quiz 6 | 50 points |
Lesson 7 Activity | 1 points |
Quiz 7 | 50 points |
Quiz 8 | 50 points |
Quiz 9 | 50 points |
Lesson 10 Activity | 1 points |
Quiz 10 | 50 points |
Lesson 11 Activity | 1 points |
Quiz 11 | 50 points |
Quiz 12 | 50 points |
Quiz 13 | 50 points |
Quiz 14 | 50 points |
Lesson 15 Activity | 1 points |
Quiz 15 | 50 points |
The Final Exam | 350 points |