FIRE MARSHAL (1-day) Course

Course Philosophy
Students attending the course are most likely to be people from organisations which utilise their staff in the event of a fire evacuation as Fire Wardens / Marshals.

The course will therefore be particularly valuable for those employees who have, or may be nominated for, a defined staff role within the organisation’s Fire Management Structure.

Course Aim
To provide the student with the knowledge and skills required of a competent Fire Marshal.

Course Objectives
At the end of the course the student will be able to:

1. Understand the principles of fire science

2. Demonstrate safe and effective use of portable firefighting equipment

3. Understand the legal requirements in relation to fire safety issues

4. Identify fire safety equipment available in the workplace

5. Understand human behaviour in a fire situation

6. Understand how fire safety issues should be managed in the workplace

7. Be aware of different methods of evacuation

8. Demonstrate an understanding of the role and responsibilities of a Fire Marshal

Assessment Process
The student’s theoretical knowledge of fire safety matters is tested using pre and post assessment papers conducted at the SIFTC covering the technical subjects on the course.

Certificate Issue
A certificate will be issued on successful completion of the course and sent to the individual’s work address.