Introductory level one-day course covering a broad range of fire safety systems. The technical content is kept to a minimum. Delegates who do not have a technical background will gain full understanding of the systems presented
- Anyone with responsibility for fire safety in buildings
- Anyone who provides service or advice to the Responsible Person/Duty Holder
- A fire industry professional who would like to broaden their knowledge to include systems outside of their area of expertise
WHAT OTHER EXPERIENCE/TRAINING IS NEEDED TO TAKE THE COURSE?
- None
- Fire legislation – why we have legislation, its development and The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
- Third Party Certification – the benefits of certification and how to select a competent person
- Fire – what fire is, how it works and the processes of extinguishing a fire
- Passive protection – protection from the structure of a building
- Fire detection and alarms
- Signs and notices
- Emergency lighting
- Documents and records – evidence that you have done all that you can
- Extinguishing
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF TAKING THIS COURSE?
- This provides the foundation for many other courses such as Unit 1: Fire Detection Design and Unit 9: Fire Risk Assessment Responsibility and Procedures
- Fire professionals: Gives you the knowledge to advise your customers on their fire safety needs. It also covers fire safety legislation and Third Party Certification
- Non-fire industry professionals: Will broaden your knowledge and provide a basic understanding of fire safety and its place in the bigger picture
- FIA members – £50 +VAT
- Non-members – £150 +VAT
Dates/locations: Check the FIA website for the latest information.
https://www.fia.uk.com/training/training-course-browser/introduction-to-fire-in-buildings.html
