Fire Warden & Fire Marshal Training

Fire Warden Training

At Safety Assessment Solutions, our Fire Warden Training course is designed to provide nominated employees with sufficient knowledge and skills to carry out their roles and responsibilities effectively to ensure the safety of people and minimise the effects of fire.

The fire warden is a designated member of staff who has special responsibilities with regards to fire safety and emergency procedures in the event of a fire occurring. The role will vary from one organisation to another, but there are a number of key activities and actions that cover their responsibilities. Our Fire Warden Training will be tailored to the specific needs and risks within any given organisation to ensure that maximum benefit can be gained from the course.

The half-day course will equip staff with the necessary knowledge to carry out this critical and life-saving role.

Article 18 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires that the responsible person (employer, occupier or owner) must appoint one or more competent persons to assist in undertaking preventative and protective measures unless;


• that person is self-employed and has sufficient training and experience or knowledge, or
• employers are working in partnership where at least one of the partners has sufficient training and experience or knowledge.
  
  

Please note that the role of the fire warden must not be confused with the role of the Fire Marshall, which has different responsibilities. Please see Fire Marshal Training.



The role and responsibilities of Fire Wardens

Before a fire occurs:




• To have received appropriate training for the role of fire warden.
• To train in the use of specialist evacuation.
• Keep a daily register of people under his/her responsibility.
• Be vigilant in the workplace with regards to fire safety measures, fire hazards and the people who could be affected by them.
• Ensure that the requirements of the Fire Risk Assessment are maintained.
• To practice their role during fire drills.
  
  
  

In the event of a fire or evacuation:




• React immediately and be authoritative.
• Be easily distinguishable when carrying out their role.
• Be equipped with means of communication to other wardens and the Fire Marshall.
• Undertake a systematic sweep of their designated area.
• Ensure persons with mobility problems are able to evacuate the premises.
• Ensure all areas are evacuated.
• Ensure relevant processes are managed or closed down during the evacuation.
• Report to the Fire Marshall when their designated area is clear.
• Remain vigilant at all times before, during and after emergency incidents.
• Use the correct fire extinguisher to fight a fire if it is safe to do so.
• Act on instructions given by the Fire Marshall.
  
  
  

The organisation should:




• Have sufficient fire wardens to cover the whole of the premises.
• Have deputies or stand-ins for times when the fire warden is absent.
  
  
  
Our Fire Warden Training will meet the requirements set out in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and covers:


• The numbers of fires and fire deaths together with the common causes of fire.
• The chemistry of combustion.
• How fire starts and spreads.
• Understanding the different classes of fire and how to extinguish them.
• The dangers of smoke and smoke spread during a fire.
• Current legislation and the implications for fire safety in the workplace.
• Hazard perception and protecting premises against fire.
• Understanding fire safety measures including fire resisting structures, fire alarms, firefighting installations and equipment, escape routes, emergency lighting, signage and assembly points.
• Understanding the outcomes of the Fire Risk Assessment.
• Recognising the importance of record keeping.
• Understanding the importance of evacuation planning and personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs).
• The concept of a safe workplace.
• Industry/organisation specific fire risks and fire safety.
• The roles and responsibilities of the fire warden.
• Selection and use of fire extinguishers.
• Actions in the event of fire occurring.
• How people can react when faced with an emergency situation.
• When and how to evacuate premises safely.
  
  
  
On completion of the course, delegates will sit a short test to confirm their understanding of the role and responsibilities of the fire warden.

Successful delegates will be issued with a personalised certificate that will satisfy the requirements of Article 18 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 with regard to appointing one or more competent persons to assist in undertaking preventative and protective measures. The certificate will remain valid for 3 years.

Fire Marshal Training

The Fire Marshall is the designated person in charge once a fire occurs and is responsible for liaising with and controlling the actions of all fire wardens.

At Safety Assessment Solutions, our Fire Marshall training course is designed to provide Fire Marshalls with sufficient knowledge and skills to carry out their roles and responsibilities effectively by conducting all operations upon activation of the fire alarm until a safe conclusion is reached.

The Fire Marshall is a designated member of staff who has critical responsibilities with regards to fire safety and emergency procedures in the event of a fire occurring. The role of the Fire Marshall encompasses the knowledge of the fire warden but has additional overall management responsibilities. Our Fire Marshall training will be tailored to the specific needs and risks within your organisation to ensure that maximum benefit can be gained from the course.

The half-day course will equip the Fire Marshall with the necessary knowledge to carry out this critical management role.

Article 18 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires that the Responsible Person (employer, occupier or owner) must appoint one or more competent persons to assist in undertaking preventative and protective measures unless:

• that person is self-employed and has sufficient training and experience or knowledge, or
• employers are working in partnership where at least one of the partners has sufficient training and experience or knowledge.

Please note that the role of the Fire Marshal must not be confused with the role of the Fire Warden, which has different responsibilities.



The role and responsibilities of the Fire Marshals

Before a fire occurs:




• To have received appropriate training for the role of Fire Marshal.
• To train in the use of specialist evacuation.
• To ensure the provision and availability of sufficient trained Fire Wardens.
• To prepare and maintain appropriate contingency plans.
• Be vigilant in the workplace with regards to fire safety measures, fire hazards and the people who could be affected by them.
• Ensure that the requirements of the Fire Risk Assessment are maintained.
• To practice their role during fire drills.
  
  

In the event of a fire or evacuation:




• Be easily distinguishable when operating.
• Be equipped with means of communication.
• Must react immediately and be authoritative.
• Ensure that everyone in the premises is accounted for.
• Ensure that the emergency services are informed.
• Direct and control the activities of the fire wardens.
• Ensure first aid is provided for any injured persons.
• Liaise with the emergency services on their arrival.
• Provide assistance to the emergency services as required.
• Co-ordinate contingency planning if necessary.
• Ensure that the building is safe before anyone is allowed to re-enter after the emergency services have given permission.
• Must remain vigilant at all times before, during and after emergency incidents.
• Investigate the cause of the incident and the effectiveness of the evacuation.
• Compile a fire incident report for the organisation.
• To practice their role during fire drills.

The organisation should:

• Have a deputy for times when the Fire Marshall is absent.
  
  
Our Fire Marshall training will meet the requirements set out in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and covers:


• The numbers of fires and fire deaths, together with the common causes of fire.
• The chemistry of combustion.
• How fire starts and spreads.
• Understanding the different classes of fire and how to extinguish them.
• The dangers of smoke and smoke spread during a fire.
• Current legislation and the implications for fire safety in the workplace.
• Hazard perception and protecting premises against fire.
• Understanding fire safety measures including fire resisting structures, fire alarms, firefighting installations and equipment, escape routes, emergency lighting, signage and assembly points.
• Understanding the outcomes of the Fire Risk Assessment.
• Recognising the importance of record keeping.
• Understanding the importance of evacuation planning and personal emergency evacuation plans (PEEPs).
• The concept of a safe workplace.
• Industry/organisation specific fire risks and fire safety.
• The roles and responsibilities of the Fire Marshall.
• Actions in the event of a fire occurring.
• How people can react when faced with an emergency situation.
• When and how to evacuate premises safely.
  
  

On completion of the course, delegates will sit a short test to confirm their understanding of the role and responsibilities of the Fire Marshall.

Successful delegates will be issued with a personalised certificate that will satisfy the requirements of Article 18 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 with regard to appointing one or more competent persons to assist in undertaking preventative and protective measures. The certificate will remain valid for 3 years.