Course Details
This course covers the role of the Fire Warden within the workplace and will train participants to deal with fire on an emergency basis. It emphasises the dangers of fire, the importance of prevention and the necessity of urgent action when fire breaks out. An important feature of the course is the practical use of our Live Fire Demonstration Unit, which allows the instructor to demonstrate most fire sources including many specific fire hazards in the workplace also allowing participants to use fire extinguishers in a safe clean controlled environment.
Participants who have completed this course will have a good understanding of
- The duties of a Fire Warden
- Chemistry, spread and classes of fire
- The principles of fire prevention
- The types of fire extinguishers
- How to monitor a fire safety programme
- Fire hazards within the workplace
- Actions taken in the event of fire
- How to keep all required records and assist the fire brigade
Course Content
- Chemistry, spread and classes of fire
- First aid fire fighting equipment
- Fire detection and alarm systems
- Emergency Lighting
- Fire Prevention
- Evacuation Procedures
- Assisting the fire brigade
- Relevant legislation
- Record keeping
- Role of the fire warden
- Management responsibilities
- Practical use of fire extinguishers
- Workshop
- Course Assessment
Who should attend?
Appointed fire wardens and/or anyone who is to be appointed as a fire warden
Assessment / Certification
Phoenix Safety Training Services Skills Certification on successful completion of course assessment
Certification Valid For
3 Years
Duration
1 Day
Maximum Participants
12
