Fire safety training

It’s not only important, but also a legal requirement, that your employees know how to spot a fire risk and what to do in the event of a fire. With two types of fire safety training available, including fire extinguisher training, you can ensure your staff are aware of the signs of fire risk and are trained in what to do in the event of a fire.

Abbot Fire Group offers the following fire awareness and safety training:

• Basic fire safety training
• Fire Warden training

Basic fire training

This type of fire safety training is a must for most businesses; up to twenty employees can be accommodated per session.

This basic fire safety training consists of an introductory talk, with advice on how to spot fire risk and avert unnecessary fires, by emphasising staff understanding of safety and fire risks, fire awareness, and the measures that can be taken to help avoid and prevent fires from starting. There is also a video presentation, in addition to question and answer sessions to ensure delegates get the most from the fire training. As you would expect, the fire safety triangle is also discussed to provide delegates with the understanding of how fires are fuelled.

This training session also includes familiarisation with the different types of fire extinguisher and what types of fire they are used for. It can also include practical hands-on extinguisher training (depending upon the physical location).

The session lasts approx. one hour and certificates of attendance are awarded.

Fire Warden training

This fire training session is specifically for those nominated with fire warden responsibilities. The session covers all the items within the basic fire training, with additional video and information on the very specific role and responsibilities of the fire warden. The interactive session covers the day-to-day role of the fire warden, assessing fire risk, checking final exit doors, placement of extinguishers etc; in addition to the fire warden’s specific duties should the fire alarm sound.

The fire warden training also includes the practical element of using an extinguisher (subject to suitable physical location). This provides hands-on experience and practical tips for the safe use of a fire extinguisher, in addition to observing how the extinguishers actually put out the fire.

Up to 20 attendees can be accommodated, and the session lasts approx. 1.5 – 2 hours; certificates of attendance are awarded.

Be aware

If you require extinguisher training, and want to ensure all your staff are aware of safety and fire risks, simply give us a call on 01280 824111, or email.

As you would expect, Abbot Fire Group can also conduct fire risk assessments.