{"product_id":"fire-safety-training","title":"Fire Safety Training","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmployers are legally required to provide information, instruction and training to employees about fire precautions in the workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis online fire safety course helps you to meet this obligation by providing your staff with the knowledge and understanding required to act safely in the event of a fire in the workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn completion of the course and test you will receive a digital Fire Safety certificate which you can download and keep for your records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-detail-course-description-show\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFires can quickly cause a lot of damage and endanger people’s lives. History is littered with tragedies as a result of uncontrolled fires, so knowing how to prevent a fire from happening is essential. When a fire does break out, we all want to know how to act safely too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFire is the probably the biggest risk to life that most people face at work, with around 50 people being killed and over 2000 seriously injured every year. To minimise the risk of fire in the workplace, it is vital that everyone is aware of the common causes of fire and the appropriate actions to take in the event of a fire, including how to escape safely from the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProper fire safety training should be a top priority for your workplace’s \u003ca href=\"\/courses\/collections\/fire-safety-certificates\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ehealth and safety training\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmployers are legally required to provide information, instruction and training to employees about fire precautions in the workplace. This online fire safety course helps you to meet this obligation by providing your staff with the knowledge and understanding required to act safely in the event of a fire in the workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn completion of the course and test you will receive a digital Fire Safety certificate which you can download and keep for your records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eYou will learn\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eThe key legislation involving fire safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eThe legal requirements for workplace safety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eThe \"Fire Triangle\" and how it may be used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eHow to react in a fire and understand the different warning systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eThe importance of an evacuation plan and key evacuation legislation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eThe different types of fire and what the causes may be\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eWhich type of fire extinguishers to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eTake steps to minimise the risk of a fire occurring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho should take this fire safety training online course?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny person or business who needs to fulfil their legal obligation to provide fire safety training for their employees will benefit from this course. It's ideal for all staff members - from kitchen and bar teams to full and part-time employees, and is ideal as part of new hire training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur fully online learning management system allows you to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eTrain your whole team simply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eLearn at your own pace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eAccess training 24\/7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eLearn without any classroom attendance \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eStart immediately upon purchase\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eTrack team progress online\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003eCertify multiple staff members efficiently\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy take this online fire safety course?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFire safety training for staff is a legal requirement in the UK. The Virtual College online fire safety course helps you to fulfil this obligation by providing your staff with the knowledge and understanding required to act safely in the event of a fire in the workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis fire safety course will help learners understand the legal requirements for fire safety. Learners will gain knowledge of fire prevention and will understand warning systems and what to do. They will learn what key factors are involved in the event of an evacuation, recognise different types of fire, and what fire extinguishers they can use. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCPD accredited training\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis online fire safety training course has been independently certified as conforming to universally accepted Continuous Professional Development (CPD) guidelines. CPD certification ensures the training meets rigorous quality standards and can contribute to your professional development hours - increasingly important for many professional bodies and employers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo prior qualifications or experience are needed to take this course, making it accessible for all staff members. Upon completion, you'll receive an instant digital CPD certificate for your records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGet your workplace health and safety up to scratch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile fire safety is crucial, maintaining a safe workplace requires health and safety knowledge in other areas too. Virtual College offers a complete suite of CPD-certified courses designed to help you create a safe and secure working environment that meets all UK legal requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are some other popular courses to complete:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/courses\/fire-marshal-and-warden-training\"\u003eFire Marshal Training\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e - Support your fire safety certification by becoming a fire warden for your business, a key role in ensuring the safety of your staff during the event of an emergency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/courses\/manual-handling-in-the-workplace-training\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManual Handling Training\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Learn proper lifting techniques to prevent workplace injuries and ensure staff safety across all departments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/courses\/risk-assessment-training\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRisk Assessment in the Workplace\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - Master the skills to identify hazards, evaluate risks and implement effective control measures across your organisation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’re responsible for staff training, take advantage of our bulk buying discounts or explore our great value \u003ca href=\"\/training-package-subscription\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003etraining subscription plan\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for unlimited online learning for your employees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAccreditation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe content of this online fire safety training course has been independently assured by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). It is also approved by Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and completing the course earns you 1 CPD point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis online fire safety training course will take approximately 30 - 45 minutes to complete, depending on how quickly learners can study and absorb the material. Learners do not have to complete all the training in one session as progress is recorded throughout so it can be completed at your convenience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEntry requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are no specific entry requirements for this course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is Fire Safety important?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFire is the probably the biggest risk to life that most people face at work, with around 50 people being killed and over 2000 seriously injured every year. To minimise the risk of fire in the workplace, it is vital that everyone is aware of the common causes of fire and the appropriate actions to take in the event of a fire, including how to escape safely from the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFire Safety legislation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 covers general fire safety in England and Wales. Local fire and rescue authorities are responsible for enforcing this legislation in most premises. HSE has enforcement responsibility on construction sites, for nuclear premises, and on ships under construction or undergoing repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder the order, anyone who has control of premises or anyone who has a degree of control over certain areas or systems may be a ‘responsible person’ for example a manager\/employer, owner or occupier for instance self-employed people. By law this person has to provide information, instruction and training to employees about fire precautions in the workplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTest and Fire Safety certificate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe end of course test consists of 17 multiple choice questions. Learners are required to achieve an 80% pass mark, and, if necessary, may attempt the test as many times as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearners will be able to download a digital Fire Safety certificate on completion. This can be printed, and we suggest you keep it for your records.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat other courses can I complete?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore completing our Fire Safety Training you may wish to take a look at two of our popular packages, \u003ca href=\"\/courses\/first-aid-and-fire-safety-training-package\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Aid and Fire Safety Training Package\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/courses\/health-safety-complete-training-package\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Health and Safety Training Package\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need fire marshal training our \u003ca href=\"\/courses\/fire-marshals-training-package\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFire Safety for Fire Marshals and Wardens Training Package\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e combines two of our popular fire safety online courses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLegislation covered in this course includes: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 covers general fire safety in England and Wales. 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