Course Content
The course methodology: Power-point Presentation, discussion, videos, exercises, and case studies:
Module 1:
- Understand the hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace
- Explain how fires are caused in the workplace
- Describe the components of the fire triangle
- Identify the hazards during or after a fire, including the products of combustion
- Describe the characteristics of fire and smoke spread
Module 2:
- State the different methods used to identify and control fire hazards
- Define the term ‘means of escape’ in relation to fire hazards
- Outline typical components for means of escape from fire hazards
- Describe methods of fire detection and raising the alarm
- Describe the principle of how fires are extinguished
- Describe how portable fire-fighting equipment should be used safely
- Identify common fixed fire-fighting systems and where they might be used
Module 3:
- Outline the duties of employers and employees with respect to fire safety in the workplace
- Outline how to undertake a simple fire safety inspection in the workplace
- Describe the stages involved in a fire risk assessment
Module 4:
- State the role and function of fire wardens in their workplace:
- On a day-to-day basis
- During an emergency
- If they are not in their designated areas of responsibility when the alarm is raised
- Outline the content of a fire safety briefing
