Overview
The breadth of topics involved in fire safety is huge and for those entering this area of work for the first time can seem daunting. This course goes right back to basics, introducing underpinning knowledge of areas such as fire safety legislation, British Standards, principles of fire safety management and also jargon busting.
Who will benefit?
This is an essential foundation course for anyone who is a complete beginner wanting to gradually develop their knowledge and understanding of fire safety and fire safety management.
Learning outcomes
You will develop:
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an understanding of how to collect information to support fire risk assessment – Unit FSAO N/SVQ Level 2
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knowledge of measures to protect people from fire – Unit FSA2 N/SVQ Level 2
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awareness of action to be implemented in the event of fire – Unit FSA3 N/SVQ Level 2
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knowledge of associated legislation, standards and documents
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knowledge required to underpin NVQ Level 2 Fire Safety
Programme
The course content will cover:
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fire safety legislation
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fire-related British Standards and associated documents
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fire hazards and risks
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management of hazards and risks
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fire safety equipment
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emergency action plans
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fire risk assessment process
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recording and reporting
Duration
5 days
Certification
FPA Certificate
Progression opportunities
NOS 3.1 (2) Risk assessment of simple premises
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