Health and Safety
Fire Safety Course
A practical half-day course covering everything you need to understand, prevent, and respond to fire, from risk assessment and fire spread to evacuation planning and choosing the right firefighting media.
Duration
3 Hours
3 hour course covering fire safety
Format
In Person
Face-to-face classroom training
Location
Onsite
At our training facility or your organisation
Certificate
Valid for 3 years
CTC certified
How the course runs
- The nature of fire and legislation
The session opens with the science of fire, what it is, how it starts, and how it spreads, alongside an overview of the fire safety legislation that shapes responsibilities for individuals and organisations. - Fire risk assessment & prevention
Participants learn how to conduct a fire risk assessment, identify common hazards, understand fire classifications, and implement practical prevention strategies to reduce risk before an emergency arises. - Firefighting media & equipment
A practical look at the different types of firefighting media, which extinguisher is right for which fire class, and how to use them safely and effectively. - Evacuation planning & case studies
Participants explore effective fire evacuation procedures and work through real-world case studies and group discussions to apply their knowledge to realistic scenarios. - Assessment & certification
Continuous assessment through practical demonstrations and knowledge evaluations runs throughout the session. Successful participants receive their certificate on completion.
What you'll learn
✓ Conducting fire risk assessments effectively
✓ Understanding fire safety legislation and responsibilities
✓ Defining the nature & science of fire
✓ Analysing how fire spreads and what accelerates it
✓ Implementing effective fire prevention strategies
✓ Understanding fire classifications and their significance
✓ Choosing the correct firefighting media for each fire type
✓ Planning and executing effective fire evacuations
Before you arrive
Wear comfortable clothing and suitable footwear, you'll be taking part in practical exercises throughout the day.
Certificate
CTC Certified for 3 years
Assessed through practical demonstrations and knowledge checks throughout the course. Successful completion earns a certificate valid for 3 years, and the training can be recorded as part of your SSSC Continuous Professional Learning (CPL). Renew through further training when your certificate expires.
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