Principles of Fire Safety - Fire Warden

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Locations: Glasgow

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Benefits

Delegates will be introduced to the risks associated with fire and the controls available.

Content

How fires are caused in the workplace
The components of the fire triangle
The hazards during and after a fire
The characteristics of fire and smoke spread
Methods used to identify and control fire hazards
Methods of fire detection and raising the alarm
How fires are extinguished
How to use portable fire-fighting equipment safely
Common fixed fire-fighting systems
Duties of employers and employees in relation to fire safety
How to undertake a simple fire safety inspection in the workplace
The stages involved in a fire risk assessment
The role of fire wardens in the workplace
The content of fire safety training

Assessment

Assessment is an online BSC multiple choice test.

Successful candidates will receive a British Safety Council certificate.

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Course Description

This course covers the causes and characteristics of fire and smoke spread in the workplace and the components of the fire triangle. It also covers the hazards during and after a fire, means of escape, methods of fire detection, raising the alarm plus how to safely extinguish the different types of fire – whether it be electrical, relating to hazardous materials or any other. Also included are legal responsibilities, fire risk assessments, and the role of the fire warden.

Why you should attend this course

Fire is one of the biggest risks in the work environment. This course provides a valuable introduction to the key principles of fire safety.

Who should attend?

This course is suitable for all employees and is particularly useful for those with a designated responsibility for fire safety, such as fire wardens.

Course Reviews

Brilliant course, Anna-Lisa was very engaging, good real life examples. Great venue, great food and great service from all office staff too!

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Superior teacher! Fantastic delivery, excellent teaching style and consistently tailored his teaching methods to discussion and debates held on the course. Would highly recommend.

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