Fire Marshal Training

Learning Outcomes 

Please note that in some workplaces fire marshals should also receive practical training in the use of fire extinguishers to supplement this training course.

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