Course description
This comprehensive five-day training course will equip you with the knowledge to complete fire risk assessments of all but the most complex buildings, as described in the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
After completing this training course, you will then compile a portfolio of your work which will be submitted for assessment and feedback over a period of a year. On successful completion, you will be awarded the Level 4 Diploma in Fire Risk Assessment provided by ABBE, a nationally and internationally recognised awarding body regulated by the qualification regulators Ofqual.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
Is it right for me?
The course is aimed at those who will have responsibility for conducting fire risk assessments including Fire Safety Managers, Facilities Managers, Risk Managers, Surveyors and Health and Safety practitioners. Also suitable for those involved in the compilation of fire emergency plans.
Requirements
This qualification is available to anyone who’s capable of reaching the required standards. We’re keen to promote equal opportunities and have removed unnecessary barriers to entry.
There are no pre-entry requirements for this qualification.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
This is a comprehensive five-day classroom course, followed by a 12 month period where you will compile a portfolio of your work for assessment. This will lead, after successful completion of the post class work, to a nationally and internationally recognised award. CPD certificate on completion.
Learning outcomes
After successfully completing this course, you’ll be able to
- Understand the fire risk assessment process
- Understand the duties of the relevant legislation
- Undertake fire risk assessments and compile comprehensive, relevant fire risk assessment reports
- Calculate occupancy levels and understand the requirements of means of escape and compartmentation
- Understand fire alarm system design, emergency lighting provision and firefighting equipment
Training Course Content
The programme includes:
- Fire safety legislation and applicable codes of practice and regulation
- Fire dynamics, smoke movement and occupant behaviour
- Principles of fire safety
- Fire safety management and prevention
- Structural response to fire
- Containment and passive fire protection
- Communication: fire alarms
- Extinguishment, fire service access and suppression systems
- Escape and evacuation
- Professional and ethical conduct and recognising limitations
- Effective communication with the client
- Investigative and inspection techniques
- Provision of fire risk assessment guidance and advice
- Fire risk assessment methodology
- Collection of appropriate data to identify and evaluate fire risks
- Making well-reasoned recommendations for action across a range of situations
Why choose BRE Academy
100 years of experience in the built environment
More than 13,000 learners since 2015
100s of hours of CPD content for built environment professionals
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