Fire Marshall - Practical

Introduction
The one day course is intended for staff members with the responsibility for fire safety at work. This enables employers to meet the requirements of the Fire Precautions (workplace) Regulations 1997 and the 1999 amendment (fire risk assessment).
To include new regulations October 2006

Course Content

• Course introduction and aims
• The role and responsibilities
• Legislation and the fire assessment
• Fire risk assessment
• The emergency fire plan
• The science of smoke and fire
• Fire suppression â€" extinguishers, fixed installations
• Types of fire and methods of extinguishing (theory and practical session)
• Evacuation â€" employees, visitors and people with disabilities
• Fire hazard identification and reduction
• Paperwork and procedures
• Fire notices and signs

Suitability

All staff members wishing to take on the role of fire marshal/warden. No previous qualifications required, health & safety experience would be of use but not essential.
This course outline can be adapted to meet the needs of an organisation, department or team. Details and prices are available on request.

Assessment

All delegates will be continually assessed during the course by the trainer.
All delegates will receive a certificate of attendance from City College, Coventry. This will be issued on successful completion of the course.

Duration

1 Day
Course notes and / or manuals are provided

Progression

Other relevant courses available:

• ½ day Basic Fire Awareness