half day (3.5 hours) Course Summary:
A certificated course that defines assists and instils confidence in those who have a key role in managing fire safety in the workplace. This course covers both emergency and non-emergency issues of this vital role.
This course complies with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and Health & Safety legislation.
- Fire legislation
- The basic chemistry of fire and its differing classes
- Fire fighting procedures
- Causes of fires and their prevention
- Emergency lighting
- Fixed fire fighting installations
- Evacuation assembly point and fire drills
- Fire alarms
- Fire hazards
- Routine fire safety inspections and maintaining a fire log
- Risk assessment awareness
- Extinguisher recognition and use (theory)*
​This course complies with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
*Please note: Practical Fire Extinguisher Training is part of the course. As standard, The P-A-S-S technique is used for the extinguisher training. All learners will view a live-fire demonstration we have filmed for the purposes of this course.
P-A-S-S Technique
P - Pull the pin. It is there to prevent accidental discharge.
A - Aim low at the base of the fire. This is where the fuel source is.
S - Squeeze the lever above the handle. Release to stop the flow.
(Some extinguishers have a button instead of a lever)
S - Sweep from side to side. Move toward the fire, aiming low at its base. Sweep until all flames are extinguished. Watch for re-igniting. Repeat as necessary. Have the site inspected by the fire department?
Successful candidates will be awarded the Fire Marshal certificate, valid for 3 years.
Accreditation is provided by the First Response First Aid Ltd.
- Duration: half-day (3.5 hours)
- Assessment: Continuous assessment by the tutor
- Prerequisite: None
- Suggested progression: None
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