Course syllabus

This is a qualification that indicates an individual can undertake a specific role in the workplace and that may be relied upon by employers.

1. Understand the hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace.

• List the elements of the fire triangle
• Outline methods of smoke and fire spread
• Give examples of how the risk of fire can be lowered in a workplace

 

2. Know how to use a range of fire controls.

• List common fire controls in a workplace
• Explain how to use a range of fire controls including:
  • Fire Exits
  • Fire Doors
• Explain the importance of clear routes or travel
• Describe how to use a range of portable fire extinguishers

 

3. Understand the importance of a prompt and safe evacuation of the workplace.

• Outline the actions to be taken on hearing a fire alarm
• Outline how a safe evacuation can be undertaken in a workplace
• Outline how members of the public and visitors should be alerted to the presence of a potential fire

 

4. Know how to support individuals during an evacuation

• Outline what is meant by the term personal emergency evacuation plan
• Explain when a personal emergency evacuation plan would be implemented
• List ways of supporting an individual during an evacuation

 

5. Understand the roles of the fire marshal in the workplace

• Explain the actions to be taken by a fire marshal during an evacuation
• Outline how to undertake a search of a workplace
• Outline the information that should be passed to the emergency services
• Outline the day-to-day duties of a fire marshal

 

PLEASE NOTE: This course does not include any practical use of fire extinguishers