Fire Marshal Training

This course is suitable for people who are responsible for fire safety or who are designated fire marshals in their workplace. No prior knowledge of fire safety is required.

Target Audience: Anyone who will be taking on the role of fire marshal in their workplace.

Please note that in some workplaces fire marshals should also receive practical training in the use of fire extinguishers to supplement this training course.  This is something Puzzled Training can ALSO provide, get in touch with our team.

Course Content

Module 1 – Fire Safety and The Law

• Understanding the importance of fire safety
• Fire safety and the Law
• Responsibility for fire safety in the workplace
• How the law is enforced
• Enforcement powers

Module 2 – Managing Fire Safety In The Workplace – Principles and Practice

• The role of the Fire Marshal
• Proactive Fire Marshal duties
• Reactive fire marshal duties
• The number of fire marshals required in the workplace

Module 3 – Understanding How Fires Start

• The main causes of fire
• How fires start – the fire triangle
• Sources of oxygen, heat and fuel
• Dangerous substances – DSEAR
• Classes of fire

Module 4 – Fire Risk Assessment

• The 5 Steps of Risk assessment
• Fire risk assessment requirements for dangerous substances

Module 5 – Fire Prevention and Controls

• Fire Prevention
• Fire detection and warning systems
• Good housekeeping
• Passive fire controls
• Active fire controls
• Evacuation routes
• Means of escape for disabled people
• Refuge points
• Emergency lighting

Once purchased your online learning link will be sent out within 48 hours (office hours Mon-Fri)