Fire Warden Public Training

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Course title: Fire Warden Training

This very popular course gives participants the skill and knowledge required to carry out their fire warden duties in a safe and effective manner. The course is also suitable for FAS funding for public attendees under the FAS back to work training subsidy scheme.

Who should attend

Any managers, supervisors or employees with responsibility for fire safety within your organisation.  It is also suitable for persons wishing to enhance their cvs for future job oportunities.

Course objectives

The course enables staff with an enhanced fire safety role to meet the training requirements detailed in the current workplace fire safety legislation. In particular, they will learn how to:

• Identify possible fire hazards in the workplace
• Assist in the fire risk assessment process
• Understand how fires can occur and how fire and smoke can spread
• Identify the correct type of fire equipment for the class of fire
• Identify if your premises are equipped with appropriate fire alarms, detectors, emergency lighting and fire fighting equipment
• Ensure fire equipment is inspected and maintained as frequently as necessary
• Advise staff on measures to reduce the risk of fire occurring, and on action to take in the event of an emergency

Course content

• Legislation module
• Theory of fire and smoke behaviour
• Identify possible fire hazards in the workplace
• Fire prevention
• Human behaviour and fire fighting – theory and practical
• Role and responsibilities of fire wardens
• Fire evacuation procedures (site specific)
• Fire safety in the home
• Practical exercises
• Course debrief
• Accreditation  

More information and booking

To find out more about our Fire Warden courses, telephone CMSE today on 1850 315 415 during business hours, or fill in the quick enquiry form above.

FÁS funding may be available for training courses where applicable.