Introduction to Fire Safety in the Workplace

£7.00

This course is designed to help your organisation understand the risks associated with fire and the measures that can be implemented to reduce those risks. This course equips you with the essential knowledge needed to prevent fires and protect individuals from harm.

Learner details
SKU: CPD-FS-010 Category:

Description

The costs associated with fire are significant, ranging from physical costs such as destruction of property, loss of income and increased insurance premiums to immeasurable costs including loss of life, severe injury and reputational damage.

This course will help you understand these risks and the steps that can be taken to mitigate them.

Course content

  • Introduction to fire safety
  • The fire triangle and fire hazards
  • How fire spreads and rapid fire progress
  • Passive and active fire protection
  • Fire extinguishers and their usage
  • Actions in the event of a fire
  • Employee roles and responsibilities
  • Fire risk assessment and regulatory compliance
  • Fire safety procedures and summary

Who is it for?

This course is essential for any employee or manager who needs to understand fire safety, their specific roles and responsibilities, and the associated risks. It can be used as a stand-alone module or integrated into an induction programme.

Requirements

Access to a device such as a desktop or laptop rather than a smart phone.

Typical duration & assessment

40 minutes

Multi-choice questions