- Describe the basic principles of fire safety and the various classifications of fire.
- Identify ways to reduce the risk of fire in the workplace.
- Raise the alarm quickly and react to fire appropriately.
- Recognise different types of firefighting equipment and extinguishing methods.
- Legislation and Responsibilities
- The Fire Triangle
- Fire Classifications
- Fire Exits
- Fire Prevention
- Evacuation Procedures
- Fire Fighting Equipment
- Use of Fire Extinguishers and Fire Blankets
Description
CPD Accredited | Approx. 1 hour | Self-study online
Raise awareness of Fire Safety in the workplace and ensure employees know what to do during an incident. Quick and decisive action can save lives and reduce disruption and cost.
Learners will first cover the basics of fire safety legislation, fire classifications, and fire theory, as well as their general fire safety responsibilities. Our course provides practical advice on fire prevention and action upon discovering a fire, including an introduction to the use of fire extinguishers.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
Topics
Assessment
This course contains a multiple-choice quiz, which must be completed online and graded immediately with a passing score of 80%. If you fail, you can re-attempt it, and tutor support can be provided upon request.
Suitability
Employers are legally obliged to provide safety training to all employees. This course provides a solution suitable for a wide range of sectors, including retail and commerce, hospitality, education, finance and professional services, hotels and tourism, manufacturing, and more.
Those working in a higher-risk role or industries such as construction may require additional role or industry-specific health and safety training.
Pre-requisites
This course is suitable for those with no prior knowledge. To access the content, learners must have access to the Internet and an individual email address.
Certificate
This course includes a PDF certificate that is available for immediate download upon successful completion.
Validity
The certificate is valid for 3 years, although your employer may require more frequent refresher training.
