Course Description

This course provides delegates with the knowledge and confidence to understand and contribute to fire safety through effective fire risk assessments. Delegates will explore legal responsibilities under fire safety legislation, learn how to identify fire hazards and risks, and consider practical strategies to minimise danger. The session includes interactive building-based activities and is ideal for staff responsible for safety within health, social care, community, education and workplace settings.

Course Information

Course Number Course Validity Course Duration Course Assessment Course Accreditation Course Approvals
S13 Years3 HoursContinuous--

Course Programme

  • Welcome and housekeeping
  • Fire legislation and legal duties
  • Role of the Responsible Person
  • The fire risk assessment process
  • Fire triangle, ignition sources, and fuels
  • Practical activity: identifying fire hazards
  • Risk reduction strategies and safety planning
  • Who is at risk? Behaviour, PEEPs, and escape routes
  • Detectors, alarms, fire classes, and extinguishers
  • Evacuation procedures and fire logs
  • Summary, Q&A, and course evaluation

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