IOSH Fire Safety Awareness

The IOSH Fire Safety Awareness Training Course is a great way to learn about fire safety and how to prevent fires from happening. The course covers topics such as the dangers of fire, fire safety training, how to identify potential fire hazards, and what to do in the event of a fire. It is important for everyone in your organisation to understand fire safety culture and have a basic knowledge of fire safety.

What is IOSH Fire Safety Awareness?

This IOSH course teaches individuals about fire prevention, fire protection, fire risks, how to identify potential fire hazards, and what to do in the event of a fire. The course covers topics such as how fires start, the types of fires, what to do if you smell gas, and how to use a fire extinguisher.

The course is beneficial for anyone who wants to learn more about fire safety, and it provides basic knowledge that can help keep you safe. It is important for everyone to have a general understanding of fire safety and how to prevent fires from happening.

Training course programme

  • Effective fire evacuation
  • Roles and responsibilities in a fire emergency
  • Fire and firefighting equipment
  • Identifying workplace fire risks

Why the course programme works

  • Designed for any person, in any sector and in any organisation worldwide
  • Provides the knowledge and tools required to tackle fire safety issues
  • Improves organisation-wide fire safety awareness culture and appreciation of fire safety measures
  • Flexible delivery options to suit your business - the course only takes half a day to complete
  • Efficient and effective learning fire basics are covered in a single programme

Course assessments and examination

Assessments are designed to evaluate delegates' understanding of the course content and include a multi-format question paper. There is no pass or fail for the examination, but all delegates must achieve a mark of at least 80% to receive their IOSH Certificate.

Course qualifications & certification

The IOSH Fire Safety Awareness certificate is awarded to delegates on successful completion of the course. The certificate is proof of the delegate's knowledge of fire safety and their ability to prevent fires from happening.

Who is IOSH Fire Safety training suitable for?

This course is suitable for people at any level, in any sector worldwide, who need a grounding in the essentials of fire safety. The course is particularity useful for those who are:

  • New to their roles with responsibilities for fire safety, e.g. managers, supervisors, team leaders, health and safety staff or those to be considered a responsible person for the organisation
  • Working in an environment where there is a higher risk of fire, e.g. construction sites, kitchens or large warehouses
  • Responsible for implementing or managing fire safety arrangements
  • Interested in gaining a better understanding of fire safety for their own peace of mind

What will you learn on the Fire Safety training course?

You will cover a range of fire awareness topics such as:

  • The dangers of fire
  • Prevention and fire protections
  • How to identify potential fire risks and hazards
  • What to do in the event of a fire or emergency
  • Identify equipment for fire fighting
  • Training on how to use fire extinguishers
  • Evacuating a building in the event of a fire
  • Fire safety legislation
  • Encouraging a fire safety culture in your business or organisation

Why Choose SHEQ as your IOSH training provider?

SHEQ Services are a leading IOSH Approved Training Provider, with expert tutors delivering courses both virtually online and in UK training centre locations. If you have any questions about our training courses, please contact us.