Participants who have completed this course will be able to
Describe the chemistry of fire
List the actions taken in the event of fire
State the organisations evacuation procedures
Who should attend?
All Fire Warden Staff and those who wish to train as such.
Duration
3 hours
Maximum Number of Candidates
12 Per Trainer
Course Content
Introduction
Course Objectives
Causes & cost of fire
Fire Safety Legislation (Overview)
Understanding fire
Fire classification
Types of fire extinguishers
Operation of fire extinguishers
Inspection and maintenance of fire extinguishers
Records
Fire Prevention and Hot Work Permit Systems
Course review and close
Portable fire extinguisher
Means of raising alarm
Means of summoning the fire brigade
Action on hearing fire alarm
Evacuation procedures
Tackling the fire
Role of the fire warden
Assisting the fire brigade
Action in the event of fire
Physics and chemistry of fire
Development and spread of fire
Certification
National Safety Centre Certificate of Attendance
Certificate valid for three years