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Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

CPD Certificate Level 2 |*FREE PDF Certificate* | 40 CPD Points |*Plus FREE Risk Management Course*


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Summary

Price
£12 inc VAT
Study method
Online
Duration
125 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
CPD
40 CPD hours / points
Additional info
  • Exam(s) / assessment(s) is included in price
  • Tutor is available to students

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Overview

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

CPD Accredited Fire Safety certificate with 40 CPD points. This Fire Safety course comes with easy to understand e-learning study materials.

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

Appropriate fire safety training is a legal requirement for all businesses in the UK, within which every employee must be suitably trained on the basics of fire safety. This exclusive Fire Safety Training course provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamentals of fire safety and the legislation all employers in the UK must comply with.Due to the Fire Safety Regulations (The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005) Employers are legally required to provide employees with adequate Fire Safety Training on an annual basis. Our online Fire Safety course will help you fulfil this obligation by providing your staff with the knowledge and understanding of all key information regarding Fire Safety in the Workplace.

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

In accordance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006 and the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010, it is the responsibility of every employer to provide adequate fire safety training and education for all employees. This includes how to act upon the discovery of a fire, risk factors that can compromise fire safety and proactive measures than can prevent incidents involving fire.

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

Ultimately, fire safety training is a mandatory workplace health and safety requirement, covering the basic principles employees must know to contribute to a safe working environment.

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

This endorsed Fire Safety Training Certificate comes highly recommended as both an entry-level educational programme and an invaluable refresher course. Suitable for employers, managers, team leaders and employees at all levels, course content covers everything from fire prevention to evacuation procedures and the fundamentals of fire chemistry.

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

Study at a time and pace to suit your existing commitments, with full tutor support available on-demand and all course materials included in the initial fee.

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Fire Safety - Learning Objectives

Adequate fire safety training must be provided for all employees without exception by every employer in the UK. Irrespective of the size and nature of the business, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 clearly states that every worker must have the knowledge and confidence to take appropriate action, in the event of a fire.

The primary objective of this course is to empower employees with the specialist knowledge needed to contribute to a safe and healthy working environment. Guidelines for dealing with different types of fires are provided, though particularly heavy emphasis is placed on risk management and fire prevention.

Upon successful completion of this course, learners will benefit from the ability to:

  • Understand their obligations in the event of a workplace fire
  • Respond appropriately and confidently when a fire breaks out
  • Identify the most common causes of fires in the workplace
  • Use the appropriate type of fire extinguisher to put out a fire
  • Discuss the fundamentals of fire chemistry and the fire triangle
  • Contribute to a safer and healthier working environment
  • Help the organisation comply with all applicable safety regulations

CPD

40 CPD hours / points
Accredited by The CPD Standards Office

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Description

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

Fire Safety - Course Benefits

Our exclusive online courses prioritise flexibility and accessibility for the benefit of our learners. This endorsed Fire Safety Training course is now open for online enrolment, with no formal entry requirements to fulfil. Just a few of the benefits of this exclusive distance learning program include:

  • An essential overview of the fundamentals of fire safety, which must be acknowledged and understood by employers and employees at all levels.
  • Concise yet comprehensive insights into the importance of fire prevention and how to conduct a thorough risk assessment.
  • The opportunity to run your business more safely and confidently, or empower your employees to contribute to safer working conditions.
  • No fixed study schedules or deadlines - enjoy the freedom to study from any location at a time and pace to suit your schedule.
  • All learning materials and study aids are included in the initial fee, with on-demand tutor support available at all times.
  • Access to our dynamic digital learning platform, where you can access your course materials and assignments 24/7 from any connected device.

Many thousands of people are injured or lose their lives each year as a result of wholly avoidable accidents and incidents at work. Ultimately, this course aims to help employers and employees alike take better care of themselves, their peers and anyone else who may visit their premises

Course Outline

All study aids and learning resources needed to complete this course are included in the initial fee as standard. Our Fire Safety Regulations training programme comprises the following nine modules:

Unit 1 - Introduction to Fire Safety

This Fire Safety unit covers the following key topics:

  • What is Fire?
  • Fire Triangle
  • Fundamentals of Fire Chemistry
  • What is Fire Safety?
  • Typical Fire Risks
  • Prevention of Fire
  • Measures to Prevent Fires
  • Fixed Fire Fighting Systems
  • Automatic Water Sprinkler Systems
  • Portable Fire Fighting Equipment
  • Siting of Portable Extinguishing Equipment
  • Fire Alarm and Detection Systems

Unit 2 - Fire Safety Legislation

This Fire Safety unit covers the following key topics:

  • England and Wales' Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
  • DSEAR Regulations
  • What are dangerous substances?
  • What are the requirements of DSEAR?
  • Where does DSEAR apply?
  • UK Fire Safety Legislation Simplified
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Fire Safety Signs
  • Fire Alarm Systems
  • Emergency Lighting
  • Fire Safety Training

Unit 3 - Fire Risk Assessment

This Fire Safety unit covers the following key topics:

  • What is a Fire Risk Assessment?
  • Identifying fire hazards
  • Identifying people at risk
  • Evaluate, remove, reduce and protect from risk
  • Checklist Evaluate, remove, reduce and protect from risks
  • Record, plan, inform, instruct and train
  • Fire Safety Training

Unit 4 - Emergency Escape Routes

This Fire Safety unit covers the following key topics:

  • The type and Number of People using the Premises
  • The age and Construction of the Premises
  • The Number of Escape Routes and Exits
  • Management of Escape Routes
  • Emergency Evacuation of Persons with Mobility Impairment
  • General Principles
  • Suitability of Escape Routes
  • Fire-resisting Construction
  • Number of people using the Premises
  • Mobility Impairment
  • Widths and Capacity of Escape Routes and Stairways
  • Travel Distance
  • Basement, Escape and Protection
  • Roof Exits

Who is this course for?

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

Legislation places responsibility for fire safety squarely with employers, who are expected to make every possible effort to inform, educate and train staff on the basics of fire safety.

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

Every member of the workforce without exception is expected to contribute to the creation and maintenance of a safe workplace environment. Therefore, this course is suitable for employers and employees at all levels, as an introduction to the basics of fire safety or a helpful refresher course.

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

Our full portfolio of online training programs is open for enrolment throughout the year, making now the perfect time to sign up and get started. For more information or to discuss this endorsed Fire Safety Training course in more detail, contact a member of our admissions team today.

Requirements

Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

There is no particular entry requirement.

Option 1

CPD Accredited Fire Safety Diploma (issued by CPD Standard Office)

(PDF format)=£30

(Hard copy)=£65+ postal charges

Option 2

Fire Safety Course Completion certificate issued by OHSC (Courses for Professional Development)

PDF Certificate - FREE

Hard copy - £25 + postal charges

*Postage Charges: National £9, International £15

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Level 2 Award in Fire Safety

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