Fire Awareness Course
Aim:
To enable individuals from commerce & industry to understand the risks associated with fire in the workplace, how fires start, actions to be taken in the event of a fire and the use of first aid fire fighting equipment employing the correct techniques.
Duration:
½ Day (Approx 4 hrs)
Pre Requisites:
All Candidates must be in good health and free from injuries which may be aggravated by lifting etc.
Objectives:
- Understand how fires start and spread
- Understand current legislation regarding fire in the workplace
- Understand what actions to carry out in the event of a fire at work
- Correctly select and use first aid fire fighting equipment
Course Content
- Relevant legislation
- The chemistry of fire
- BS EN 2 Classes of fire
- Fire procedures and prevention
- Use of fire extinguishers
- Theory & Practical assessments
Training Methods
Participative with practical demonstrations and exercises
Confirmation of Learning
Is achieved by both a theory and practical assessment
Site Requirements
Classroom facility with power etc for theory aspects. Segregated & safe outside area to conduct practical training and assessment