Fire Marshal

The Fire Marshal online training course is essential for anyone responsible for fire safety in the workplace. This all-inclusive course covers the chemistry of fire and common causes of fire, basic safety features in buildings, and fire statistics.

You’ll explore current fire safety legislation and how to conduct a fire risk assessment. Preventative measures and safety features within buildings are also covered, including the role of the Fire Marshal in identifying and reducing fire risks.

You’ll gain an understanding of what to do in cases of fire, like how to take pre-engagement action and use fire extinguishers effectively. You’ll understand fire drills and evacuation procedures, including the effort to take on the discovery of a fire.

Become a qualified Fire Warden. You’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to take responsibility for fire safety in your workplace, ensuring the safety and well-being of everyone in your care.

This Fire Marshal online course is approved by: 

 CPD certification service :

The CPD certification service helps organisations to formalise their expertise into a structured and recognised approach in learning. This conforms the course content is alilgned to the universally accepted Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines.

Gatehouse Awards Ltd. : 

Institute of Hospitality:

This is a professional body for managers and aspiring managers working and studying in hospitality, leisure and tourism sectors. The institute helps the managers to become the most demanded manaagers within the industry. This recognition makes this course demanding for accomodation managers, catering managers, chef, conference centre managers, event managers, fast food restaurant managers, hotel managers, public house managers, restaurant managers, retail managers and even for apprentices.

IIRSM:

International Institute of Risk and Safety Management(IIRSM)is an independent professional membership organisation for those managing risks of all forms as a part of their job role. The organisation works with representatives from all risk disciplines from compliance, environmental management, health and safety, insurance, quality management and more. They work by championoing risk management through setting standards, providing practical education, training, advice and resources.

By the end of this Fire Marshal course, you will understand the following:

• The primary laws for workplace fire safety.

• Be aware of their specific responsibilities as fire wardens.

• Recognise the different categories of fire and how they may start and spread in a workplace.

• Understand what is involved in a fire risk assessment and how to implement control measures to prevent or minimise fire risks.

• Learn about the different types of fire extinguishers and their uses, as well as fire detection and warning equipment.

• Be aware of the requirements for fire plans and their specific role during emergency evacuation procedures.

• Understand fire safety measures for people with vulnerabilities and disabilities, including personal emergency evacuation plans.

• Know how to carry out fire drills and the proper fire extinguisher procedure.

• Understand the essential safety features in buildings and the role of the fire marshal in action on fire discovery.

• Be aware of fire statistics and current fire safety legislation.

This Fire Marshal course is suitable for the following:

• Those who are responsible for overseeing fire safety

• Designated fire marshals

• Anyone who needs to know how to use a fire extinguisher.

• Who should take this course?

Over sixteen modules, this course will give an overview to all employees to assist them in identifying and reducing the risk that fire presents in the workplace.

Module 1: Chemistry of Fire

This module covers fire chemistry, exploring the elements required for fire and the different classes of fire.

Module 2: Common Causes of Fire

This module explains common fire causes, like electrical faults, smoking, and cooking, and how to prevent them.

Module 3: Basic Safety Features in Buildings

This module demonstrates basic safety features in buildings, like fire alarms, emergency lighting, and escape routes.

Module 4: Introduction to Fire Extinguishers

This module introduces fire extinguishers, covering the types of extinguishers, their uses, and how to operate them safely.

Module 5: What to do in Cases of Fire?

This module looks at what to do in cases of fire, including evacuation procedures, contacting emergency services, and the importance of staying calm.

Module 6: Fire Statistics

This module covers fire statistics, exploring the frequency and causes of fires and their impact on society and the economy.

Module 7: Current Fire Safety Legislation

This module explains current fire safety legislation, including the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, and the responsibilities of employers and employees.

Module 8: Fire Risk Assessment

This module covers fire risk assessment, including identifying potential hazards, evaluating risks, and implementing control measures to reduce fire risk.

Module 9: Preventative Measures

This module shows preventative measures, including good housekeeping, electrical safety, and the safe storage and handling of flammable materials.

Module 10: Safety Features within Buildings

This module covers safety features within buildings, including fire doors, smoke ventilation systems, and the use of fire-resistant materials.

Module 11: Role of the Fire Marshal

This module examines the role of the Fire Marshal, including their responsibilities, duties during an emergency, and the importance of regular training.

Module 12: Action on Fire Discovery

This module covers actions to take upon discovering a fire, including raising the alarm, contacting emergency services, and evacuating the building.

Module 13: Fire Drills and Evacuation

This module looks at fire drills and evacuation procedures, including the importance of regular drills, the role of the Fire Marshal, and safe evacuation practices.

Module 14: Fire Extinguishers

This module covers the safe use of fire extinguishers, including selecting the correct extinguisher for the fire type and practical training.

Module 15: Pre-Engagement Action

This module explains pre-engagement actions, including assessing risks, gathering information, and using the correct personal protective equipment.

Module 16: Using a Fire Extinguisher

This module explains the correct use of fire extinguishers, including the PASS technique, safe distances, and how to operate different types of extinguishers.

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This entirely online course can be accessed from any device with the following system specifications:

    • Browser: Up to date web browser
    • Video: Up to date video drivers
    • Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
    • Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)