Fire Warden and Fire Safety Awareness

Course Objectives

This course has been designed to provide staff at all levels of the organisation with a solid understanding of fire safety in the workplace, from both employer and employee perspectives.

You will learn about the specific role, responsibilities, and duties of the Fire Warden. Following this, you will your build knowledge and understanding on the theory of fire, how it starts, and how it can spread in different situations. You will also gain valuable practical guidance on fire prevention, workplace firefighting equipment, and the correct procedures to follow in an emergency situation.

Learning Objectives

• Summarise the relevant legislation and requirements associated with the Fire Warden role
• Describe the key responsibilities of the Fire Warden role
• Explain the purpose and structure of a Fire Risk Assessment
• Summarise the core proactive duties associated with the Fire Warden role
• Explain the Fire Wardens role and duties upon discovery of a fire
• Describe the Fire Wardens responsibilities regarding emergency evacuation procedures
• Describe the Fire Wardens role in liaising effectively with the emergency services
• Identify relevant legislative requirements for fire safety in the workplace
• Explain how the Fire Tetrahedron works
• Explain the contributing factors of fire spread and intensity
• Identify the various types of fire gases
• Recognise relevant fire signage used in the workplace
• Identify potential fire hazards within the workplace
• Explain good practice for workplace fire prevention
• Describe the actions you should take in an emergency
• Identify the various classes of fire and associated means of suppression
• Explain how to safely use different extinguisher types

Additional Information

• Duration: 60 minutes (approx.)
• Knowledge Check: 22 Questions Final Assessment

System Requirements

• Operating System: Windows (7,8,10) and Apple Mac
• Browsers: Edge, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Firefox and Safari
• Additional Hardware: Please ensure that you have headphones or speakers