Fire Marshall

Working in partnership with First Aid North East (firstaidnortheast.co.uk), we are pleased to be able to offer this course free of charge to staff and volunteers (aged 16+) from VCSE organisations in Newcastle & Gateshead.

The Fire Marshal Training plus Extinguisher (FMT + E) 4 hour course is suitable for people who are responsible for fire safety or who are designated fire marshals in their workplace. No prior knowledge of fire safety is required.

It will provide learners with the knowledge required to ensure good fire safety measures in the workplace and to carry out their role as a Fire Marshal. Fire Marshals play an essential role in contributing to fire safety by following fire safety control measures, being alert to issues relating to fire safety, and knowing how to lead a safe evacuation in an emergency.

Syllabus

A range of subjects are covered including:

• Fire legislation

• The basic chemistry of fire and its differing classes

• Fire fighting procedures

• Causes of fires and their prevention

• Emergency lighting

• Fixed fire fighting installations

• Evacuation assembly point and fire drills

• Fire alarms

• Fire hazards

• Routine fire safety inspections and maintaining a fire log

• Risk assessment awareness

• Extinguisher recognition and use

A practical will take place which will include the use of fire extinguishers. A certificate will be issued in line with our membership with the Fire Protection Association (FPA). The attendance certificate is issued through First Aid North East and is valid for 3 years from the date of the training.

Places are limited to two per organisation on each course.

Although these courses are offered free of charge, a £20 holding deposit is required per attendee. If the course is attended or the place cancelled with more than 7 days notice, a full refund will be issued. If the course is not attended, or the place cancelled at short notice, the deposit will be retained.