ECITB Firewatcher

ECITB Firewatcher Course is a one-day course introducing the fundamental principles of the fire watcher role on an engineering construction site.

What is the ECITB Firewatcher Course?

Course Structure

The training includes how to follow a safe system of work, observe and monitor for the risk of fire especially in hot work areas and what to do if a fire is discovered including raising the alarm, evacuating others safely and discharging a fire extinguisher. 

• Define relevant factors associated with the role of a fire watcher and methods of minimising risks
• Define the procedures tasks and actions to be taken in the event of a fire on site
• Preparation for fire watching activities
• Use safe firefighting techniques

Duration

• One Day

Entry Requirements

• None

Assessments

• A question paper with at least 20 multiple-choice or short answer questions covering all the learning outcomes with a minimum of 1 question per each enabling objective. Learners must achieve a minimum pass mark of 80% in the test to be awarded a certificate. 

Practical Exercise 

• The learner is required to carry out a simulated emergency response to a fire watching scenario to include the following points:

  • Complete relevant documentation – sign on to a permit to work, complete point of work risk assessment
  • The learner is to select the correct fire extinguisher for the task and carry out a visual inspection
  • The learner is to control the scene, ensuring any other ‘workers’ are directed to a safe place
  • The learner is to raise the alarm (operate break glass or shout Fire, Fire!!) and discharge the extinguisher as per manufacturer’s instructions

Certificates

• Successful delegates will receive a certificate that is valid for 3 years and will need to be renewed before expiry.