The FPA's Level 3 Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment Foundation qualification, accredited by FireQual, provides essential training for individuals seeking to become a competent fire risk assessor, supporting you with foundation level competencies required to work on behalf of the Responsible Person or Duty Holder.
This Foundation Level 3 fire risk assessment course is designed for those at the beginning of a career as a fire risk assessor, who may be conducting fire risk assessments under supervision, including if you are participating in a programme of vocational training or enrolled in a fire risk assessment apprenticeship scheme.
The qualification serves as an entry point into the fire risk assessor learning and development pathway, and is aligned with the Foundation core competency level outlined in BS 8674:2025. In addition, the qualification acts as a gateway to a wider range of fire safety learning and development programmes, enabling you to broaden your fire safety knowledge base, participate in other continuing professional development (CPD) opportunities, and further develop your competence.
Learning outcomes
This fire risk assessment Level 3 qualification delivers an in-depth exploration of key areas relevant to Foundation fire risk assessment with the following learning objectives:
- Understand the principles and scope of fire risk assessments in buildings and premises that can be categorised as low to moderate risk
- Understand fire safety legislation
- Demonstrate an understanding of fire development and spread
- Apply understanding of building design, construction, and maintenance
- Understand and evaluate fire safety management arrangements
Certification
- FireQual Level 3 Certificate in Foundation Fire Risk Assessment (RQF Level 3) - 610/6233/9
Successful completion of this course entitles learners to use post nominal letters.
The FPA has been awarded Direct Claim Status (DCS) for this qualification in recognition of the quality of its processes, procedures, delivery, assessment, and learner experience. DCS allows the FPA to claim learners’ qualification certificates without having to wait for an external quality assurance audit, meaning that learners do not experience delays in receiving proof of achievement and can be confident in the service they will experience.
How to apply
There are no formal requirements for entry onto this qualification.
Learners should have suitable literacy, numeracy, and communications skills, and access to appropriate premises and equipment for the assessment.
Download our application form here and return this to training@thefpa.co.uk.
FPA members receive a 10% discount.
Download our training course prospectus.
Progression
If you are looking to demonstrate your competence as a fire risk assessor to a higher level, the FPA offers:
Do you have multiple employees who require fire safety training?
Booking an onsite course could be a more cost-effective and flexible solution for your business. We provide onsite training for a range of clients from varying industries such as construction, education and care homes. Whether it's fire warden training or fire risk assessment training, we can deliver the course on site, hassle-free. We will arrange for materials to arrive in advance, send one of our expert trainers to your venue and can even tailor the course should this be required. You can find out more about on-site training here.
All pricing is subject to VAT. The price for this qualification including VAT is £3,000.00.