Overview

In response to a large volume of requests from customers and members the FPA have developed a one-day Introduction to FIre Risk Assessment. This course will develop understanding of responsibilities under relevant fire legislation and improve knowledge of the fire risk assessment process. Delegates will learn about a range of fire safety systems, gain practical experience in carrying out a simple fire risk assessment and be provided with take away fire risk assessment documentation for use in the workplace. 

Who will benefit?

This course will benefit those who have responsibility for undertaking fire risk assesment of simple premises and who would like to raise their awareness and understanding of fire safety systems and procedures necessary to protect life and property, and to comply with current fire legislation.

Learning outcome

You will develop:

• an understanding of your fire safety responsibilites
• an awareness of fire hazards
• awareness of the nature of fire and hot it spreads
• knowledge of the actions to take in the event of a fire
• an understanding of thsk assessment process
• an understanding of the roles staff can play in a fire situation
• awareness of fire protection measures

Programme

The course content will cover:

• an overviewof current legislation
• fire facts and figures
• hazard identification and mitigation
• the principles of combustion  fire spread mechanisms
• active fire protection systems
• passive fire protection systems
• management fire protection systems
• human behaviour
• staff roles
• the risk assessment process
• actions in the event of fire
• a fire risk assessment practical exercise

Duration

1 day

Certification

FPA Certificate

Progression opportunities

3 day Fire Risk Assessment