Overview

This course is suitable for people aged 16+ who are responsible for fire safety or who are designated fire marshals in their workplace.

The course will help learners to understand how a fire may start and spread; how to assess and manage these risks in the workplace; and how to use fire fighting equipment.

The course content includes:

• Combustion principles
• How fire and smoke spread
• Fire legislation, including the role of a fire marshal
• Fire risk assessment
• Emergency plan
• Fire action
• Use of fire equipment, including fire blanket and fire extinguishers

*Learners must be physically able to carry out the practical elements of the course and attend all sessions to be eligible for assessment.

Benefits of attending the course:

On successful completion of this course, you will receive a fire marshal certificate which is valid for three years. This course is accredited by the Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE).

*Role play including the use of dummy fire extinguishers to allow learners to practice in the classroom environment.