Service Overview

This qualification has been designed specifically for those working in the role of a fire safety warden. Fire wardens are individuals who have been designated the responsibility to support the ongoing management of fire safety. Their role is to contribute to the safety of those who may need to be evacuated in the instance of a potential fire safety breach.
The topics covered in this qualification are:
– hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace
– controls for fire risks in the workplace
– role of the nominated fire warden

Description

Who is this qualification for?

This qualification has been designed specifically for those working in the role of a fire safety warden. Fire wardens are individuals who have been designated the responsibility to support the ongoing management of fire safety. Their role is to contribute to the safety of those who may need to be evacuated in the instance of a potential fire safety breach.

How long will it take?

To complete this qualification, learners should expect to undertake 8 hours of guided learning.

Topics covered

hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace
controls for fire risks in the workplace
role of the nominated fire warden
Assessment method

This qualification is assessed by a multiple-choice examination.

Learning Outcome
1 Understand the hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace
1.1 Define the following key terms:
• hazard
• risk
• means of escape
1.2 Identify the common causes of fired in the workplace
1.3 Describe the components of the fire triangle
1.4 Identify the hazards during or after a fire, including the products of combustion
1.5 Describe how fire can spread
2 Understand how fire risk is controlled in the workplace
2.1 Outline the steps within a fire risk assessment
2.2 Describe ways to reduce the likelihood of a fire and improve safety within the workplace
2.3 Identify the elements of a means of escape from fire
2.4 Identify methods of fire detection and raising the alarm
2.5 Identify types and uses of fire-fighting equipment
2.6 Outline the duties of employers and employees with respect to fire safety in the workplace
3 Understand the role of the nominated fire warden
3.1 Describe the role and functions of fire wardens in their workplace on a day-to-day basis
3.2 Explain the importance of fire drills
3.3 Describe the priorities of a fire warden during an emergency:
• if they are in their designated areas of responsibility
• if they are not in their designated areas of responsibility
3.4 Outline the hazards that will impact the effectiveness of a fire evacuation
3.5 Outline the content of a fire safety briefing
3.6 Explain the importance of reporting and maintaining fire safety records