WHO REQUIRES THIS QUALIFICATION? This qualification is aimed at all staff, particularly new starts in any workplace, where a basic understanding of fire safety is required. This qualification can be taken as a stand-alone or as part of a wider programme and is available to learners aged 14+. WHY A HIGHFIELD QUALIFICATION? Highfield is the leading provider of regulated compliance qualifications in the UK, certificating over 350,000 learners a year.
Highfield currently provides around 70% of all regulated food safety qualifications.
We’re extremely proud to be a Highfield-approved centre and offer industry-recognised qualifications that will enhance learners’ career prospects. WHAT NEXT? Learners successfully completing this qualification, may wish to continue their development by undertaking one of the following qualifications: Appendix 2: Qualification content Unit 1: Principles of Fire Safety Awareness
Unit number: Y/615/7451 Credit: 1 GLH: 4 Level: 1 Learning Outcomes Assessment Criteria The learner will The learner can
1. Understand the hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace
1.1 Identify the components of the fire triangle
1.2 Identify the main causes of fires in the workplace
1.3 Identify ways to reduce the likelihood of a fire
1.4 Outline the main costs of fires in the workplace
1.5 Outline the duties for the following in relation to fire safety:
• employer
• employee
• fire warden
1.6 Identify structural features of means of escape and how to ensure that they are maintained and available
2. Understand how fire risk is controlled in the workplace
2.1 Identify actions to take in the event of a fire and upon hearing a fire alarm
2.2 Identify the types of fire-fighting equipment and their uses
2.3 Outline ways to ensure fire safety equipment is available for use
Course Features
- Lectures 0
- Quizzes 0
- Duration 30 hours
- Skill level All levels
- Language English
- Students 25
- Assessments Yes
