Basic Fire Safety Awareness is a one-day course giving delegates the knowledge and practical skills to prevent fires, respond correctly in an emergency, and understand their individual responsibilities for maintaining fire safety in the workplace. Suitable for all staff regardless of role or sector, this course meets basic fire safety awareness requirements for general employees.

Who This Course Is For

Suitable for any employee across any workplace or sector who needs a foundational understanding of fire safety. Particularly useful for onboarding new staff or meeting general fire safety training obligations across your workforce.

What You'll Learn

• The importance of fire safety and the legal responsibilities of employers and employees

• The fire triangle - how fires start, spread, and are classified

• Common causes of workplace fires and how to prevent them

• How to identify fire hazards and reduce risk through good housekeeping

• The purpose of fire risk assessments and how to report fire safety concerns

• Fire detection systems, alarm types, and what to do when an alarm sounds

• Types of fire extinguishers, how to select the right one, and how to use it safely

• Emergency procedures: raising the alarm, evacuation, emergency exits, and assembly points

• How to assist others during an evacuation

Course Format

Delivered in person over one day, combining classroom instruction with practical demonstrations, fire extinguisher identification exercises, emergency response scenarios, and group discussions.

Certification

Delegates receive a Certificate of Attendance/Completion upon successful completion of the course.