Fire Wardens Course
Aim:
To enable individuals from commerce & industry to undertake the duties of fire warden and 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:
1 Day (Approx 6 hrs)
Pre Requisites:
All Candidates must be in good health and free from injuries which may be aggravated by lifting etc.
Objectives:
- Understand the role and responsibilities of the fire warden
- 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 (0900 - 0930)
- Role & duties of the fire warden (0930 - 1030
- Fire wardens exercise (1045 - 1200)
- The chemistry of fire (1245 - 1300)
- BS EN 2 Classes of fire (1300 - 1315)
- Fire procedures and prevention (1315 - 1330)
- Use of fire extinguishers (1330 - 1530)
- Theory & Practical assessments (1530 - 1600)
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