Fire Safety Training
Online, SCORM delivered, in-person or virtual training.
Developed by experienced fire, health and safety professionals with extensive experience in the field, our Fire Safety Training provides employees with the essential knowledge to prevent workplace fires and respond safely in an emergency. The course supports compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRFSO) and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006.
Suitable for employees across all sectors, the course builds confidence in recognising fire risks, understanding legal responsibilities, using firefighting equipment correctly and following safe evacuation procedures.
The course can be completed online, in a virtual classroom, or face-to-face, offering the flexibility to choose the format that best suits your organisation. Our SCORM-compliant eLearning module can be integrated seamlessly into your organisation’s LMS or accessed instantly via our online platform.
Praxis42 is a Fire Protection Association member and an affiliate member of The Institute of Fire Safety Managers, demonstrating our commitment to recognised industry standards and best practice in fire safety.
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Fire Safety Training
Fire Safety Training ensures participants have the knowledge to prevent workplace fires and respond safely in an emergency, which supports compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRFSO) and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006.
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Fire Safety Training
- Supports organisations to meet training responsibilities under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRFSO) and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations 2006.
- Employees learn to identify fire hazards, minimise risks through preventative measures, and follow emergency procedures, including fire evacuation and alarm response.
- Covers the correct use of firefighting equipment, including identifying fire classes, selecting the appropriate extinguisher, and using the PASS technique safely.
- Developed and delivered by fire safety experts with strong experience in the field, ensuring practical and up-to-date guidance.
- CPD Certified and SCORM Compliant training.
- Instant access to course materials.
Ways to study
Online
You can study whenever and wherever suits you. Online courses are delivered through our SHINE platform, or to your own learning management system via SCORM.
Virtual Classroom
Combine the benefits of face-to-face and online learning. Our experienced trainers deliver training virtually. You also benefit from access to our online resources.
In-person
If you would like training to be delivered to a group, you can arrange for one of our expert health and safety trainers to visit your workplace, or another location that suits you.
eLearning
With eLearning, participants can access course materials at their convenience, fitting around their commitments.
- Engaging. Our courses engage learners through multimedia elements, simulations, and interactive exercises. This encourages active participation and increases learning retention.
- Tracking. Our learning management system, SHINE, enables administrators to track learners’ progress, the courses they have attended and the dates, which supports health and safety compliance.
- SCORM compatible. We offer courses as SCORM files so they can be integrated into an organisation’s existing learning management system.
- Assessment. There are multiple-choice quizzes throughout the courses so learners can check their understanding as they progress and consolidate their learning.
- Summaries. Each module concludes with a summary, reinforcing key concepts and enhancing understanding.
Our virtual classroom combines the advantages of in-person training with online learning.
- Experienced trainers. Online tutorials are led by health and safety trainers with many years of experience in the field. Learners benefit from their expertise and industry knowledge.
- Interactive. Learners can ask questions in real-time and receive immediate feedback from trainers, enhancing their understanding.
- Bespoke. Courses can be customised to meet an organisation’s specific requirements, so participants can apply what they have learned most effectively.
Virtual Classroom
Face-to-Face
Learning in-person in a collaborative environment equips your team with the knowledge and skills they need to ensure workplace safety and compliance.
- Expert trainers. Benefit from the expertise of qualified trainers with years of health and safety experience across a broad range of industries and types of organisations.
- Flexible. Choose a location convenient for your team, whether at your premises or a designated training facility.
- Tailored. Course content can be customised to align with your organisation’s specific requirements and industry challenges, ensuring knowledge can be applied effectively to your workplace.
- Supportive. Learners engage in discussions, share knowledge, and collaborate to learn from each other’s perspectives and experiences as well as from the trainer.
- Interactive. Sessions are interactive to encourage active engagement which enhances understanding and helps learners to retain knowledge. Learning is through questions, feedback, discussions, and instructor-led presentations.
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By the end of the Fire Safety course, participants will:
- Understand how fires start.
- Be able to identify common causes of fire.
- Know what they can do to prevent fires.
- Know what action to take if they discover a fire.
- Be able to follow fire evacuation procedures.
- Recognise different types of firefighting equipment.
- Know what equipment should be used on each type of fire.
Virtual and in-person sessions can be tailored to your specific requirements, with the subject areas below adapted to align with the training objectives and audience.
Introduction
- The most common causes of fires, and the human and financial consequences of fires.
- An employer’s and employee’s responsibilities for fire safety under the law.
Understanding fire
- How fires start and spread, considering combustion and the fire triangle, along with the most common causes of fires.
- How to identify different fire hazards in and around a building and take steps to prevent them.
- The importance of good housekeeping, safe waste disposal, and proper storage of materials.
- How heat, fuel, and oxygen contribute to workplace fires.
- How fires develop and behave in different environments.
Fire action
- What to do on discovering a fire.
- How to raise the alarm.
- What to do when you hear the alarm.
- How to recognise when it is safe to tackle a fire.
Evacuation
- The phases of an evacuation and the common causes of delays.
- How to use escape routes effectively and understand different fire safety door mechanisms.
- The role of internal fire doors in preventing fire spread.
- Why lifts should not be used during an evacuation.
- Procedures for assisting individuals with disabilities.
- Different means of escape and key characteristics.
Firefighting equipment
- The different types of fires and the appropriate fire extinguishers for each.
- What to do in the event of an electrical fire.
- How to use a fire extinguisher safely using the PASS method.
- Introducing various manual and fixed fire extinguishing devices, when and how to use them, and practical fire prevention and protection measures.
At the end of the Fire Safety Awareness training online course, there are 10 multiple choice questions to answer, and the pass mark is 80%.
Who should take this course?
Our Fire Safety Training for employees is easy to follow and suitable for everyone, including directors, supervisors and managers, team leaders, and administrative and clerical employees.
The course is ideal for new employees to increase fire safety awareness as part of their induction process.
Anyone who has been nominated as a fire warden or fire marshal can expand their knowledge and understand their responsibilities with our expertly designed Fire Marshal Training course.
You do not need previous or specialist knowledge to undertake Fire Safety Training.
Refresher Training
Fire safety training for employees should be refreshed at least annually. This ensures their knowledge is up to date, so they clearly know what to do in the event of a fire.
Course duration
- eLearning: approximately 25-30 minutes.
- Virtual / In–person: half day course.
Certificate
You will receive a certificate on successful completion of the course (with instant download available for the eLearning version).
Can I customise the course to reflect specific risks in my organisation?
Yes, we offer customisation options to include examples and scenarios specific to your organisation. This ensures the training is highly relevant and contextualised for your employees’ everyday tasks and risks.
What kind of support can I expect if I encounter issues with the course?
We offer full technical support to ensure a smooth experience, whether you’re using our SHINE platform or integrating the course into your LMS. Additionally, our customer support team is available to answer any questions related to course content or compliance.
Is there a discount if I need to train a large team?
Yes, we offer volume discounts for businesses that need to train multiple employees. Please contact us to discuss your requirements, and we can provide pricing based on your team size.
What happens if someone fails the course assessment?
Participants who don’t pass the assessment on their first attempt can review the course material and retake the assessment. The course is designed to support learning, with interactive elements and quizzes to reinforce understanding throughout.
How quickly can this training be rolled out to my team?
Once purchased, the course can be accessed immediately through our SHINE platform or integrated into your existing LMS, allowing employees to begin training right away.
Can I monitor employee progress throughout the training?
Yes, if using the SHINE platform, you can track employees’ progress, view completion rates, and download certificates for compliance records.
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SHINE – compliance record keeping made easy
The Praxis42 Digital Platform SHINE is our advanced eLearning management system and helps organisations deliver effective online learning for their employees.
A cost-effective tool for compliance record-keeping, SHINE allows you to view and manage employee training records easily. Individual training certificates can be printed as proof of compliance for audits or visits from enforcing agencies.
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