Duration
3 hours
Cost
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This course provides comprehensive fire training for designated fire wardens and fire marshals who have a designated responsibility of fire safety in the workplace and actions in the event of fire, but where a regulated qualification is not required.
Candidates will gain an understanding of fire safety management at work and the specific roles and responsibilities related to fire safety in the workplace, and the role of a fire warden/marshal.
Course content
Causes of fires in the workplace
The fire triangle
Hazards during and after a fire
Fire and smoke spread
Identifying and controlling fire hazards:
Fire prevention
Fire detection and raising the alarm
Means of escape
Principles of extinguishing fires
Fire-fighting equipment and systems
Fire safety laws
Duties and responsibilities of employers and employees
Undertaking a fire safety inspection
Fire safety risk assessments
Contents of a fire safety briefing
Roles and responsibilities of the nominated fire warden