Description
This fire marshal for care homes training course is designed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the safety measures, skills and procedures needed to handle a fire emergency within a residential care home premises.
This course covers fire safety legislation in the UK, evacuation procedures, fire drills and other fundamental fire safety procedures. Through the guidance of an expert, you will learn how to correctly use a fire extinguisher and other equipment, as well as how to conduct a risk assessment in compliance with The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
You will also deepen your understanding of the common causes of fire, fire safety statistics and the classifications of fire. By the end of the course, you will have an excellent understanding of how fires behave and spread, how to control them and the essential measures to take to prevent them.
Accredited, quality CPD training
Instant e-certificate and hard copy dispatch by next working day
Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
Course material developed by qualified professionals
Self-paced learning accessible via laptop, tablet and smartphone
24/7 Learning assistance and tutor support
Discounts on bulk purchases
Who should take the course
This course is for duty holders who have fire safety responsibilities in the workplace, such as the following:
Fire Marshals
Fire Wardens
Management staff
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, learners will be able to:
Broaden your understanding of fire chemistry and the common causes of fire
Know how to correctly use a fire extinguisher and other key fire safety equipment
Understand what to do in the case of a fire and how to safely evacuate all residents
Demonstrate knowledge of fire safety prevention measures and regulations
Know how to plan for a fire emergency and follow fire drill best practice procedures
Deepen your knowledge of the role and responsibilities of a care home fire marshal
Certification
Once you’ve successfully completed your course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Also, you can have your printed certificate delivered by post (shipping cost £3.99). All of our courses are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.
Curriculum
Module 01: Fire Warden Safety: An Introduction
Module 02: Understanding Fires – The Fire Triangle
Module 03: Risk Assessments
Module 04: The Fire Plan and Safety Arrangements
Module 05: Fire Evacuation Procedures and Strategies
Module 06: Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans
