Introduction
The ‘Fire Prevention & Control For Workplace Safety’ course is a comprehensive fire prevention training designed to equip employees with the knowledge and skills to prevent and control fire incidents in the workplace. This safety training is essential as it not only ensures the safety of the employees but also safeguards the organization’s assets. The course is a blend of fire prevention officer training and fire safety training, making it unique and highly beneficial. It covers a wide range of safety training topics, including fire prevention strategies, fire control techniques, and emergency response procedures. The course also includes a safety induction training session, making it suitable for both new and existing employees.
Program Objectives:
By the end of the course, delegates will:
- Understand the importance of fire prevention and control
- Implement effective fire prevention strategies
- Respond appropriately to fire incidents
- Conduct fire risk assessments
- Understand and comply with fire safety regulations
- Arrange checklists for conducting fire risk assessments
- Create templates for developing fire prevention strategies
Who Should Attend?
This course is highly recommended virtually to address the skills gap in fire prevention and control, and it is a crucial milestone for those pursuing a career in health and safety. Also the course will enhance participants understanding of fire prevention and control procedures, contributing to overall workplace safety training.
The course cab benefit the below audience and industries:
- Operations officers
- Maintenance assistant/supervisor
- Facilities Management
- Oil & gas sector, Manufacturing and construction
- Safety Officers
- Fire Prevention officers
- Plants operators
- Head of HSE training unit
Course Outlines:
Fire Prevention Basics and Responsibilities
▪ Importance of Fire Prevention Training
▪ Understanding Fire Hazards
▪ Fire Prevention Strategies
▪ Roles and Responsibilities (Worksite Manager, Construction Manager, Project Engineer, Site Engineer,
Foreman, Group Leader, Fire Warden, HSE Lead, HSE Advisors, All Personnel/Workers)
▪ Reflection & Review: Recap of the day’s learnings and review of fire prevention strategies
Fire Control Techniques and Competence & Training
▪ Fire Control Equipment and Techniques
▪ Fire Safety Regulations
▪ Fire Risk Assessment
▪ Competence & Training (All Employees, Fire Wardens, Fire Watcher, Security Guards)
▪ Reflection & Review: Recap of the day’s learnings and review of fire control techniques
Emergency Response and Fire Protection Measures
- Emergency Response Planning
- Fire Evacuation Plan and Emergency Evacuation Instructions
- Evacuation Drills and Post Fire Assessment
- Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Fire Protection Equipment
- Reflection & Review: Recap of the day’s learnings & review of emergency response procedures
Fire Safety Controls and Equipment
▪ Fire Safety Controls (Access, Egress, Assembly Points, Ignition Hazards, Combustible Materials, etc.)
▪ Firefighting Equipment (Fire Extinguishers, Fixed Systems, Fire Hoses, Yard Hydrant System, etc.)
▪ Electrical Safety (Electrical Devices, Wiring, Lighting)
▪ Handling Flammable and Combustible Liquids & Gases
▪ Reflection & Review: Recap of the day’s learnings and review of fire safety controls and equipment
Special Hazardous Equipment and Course Review
▪ Special Hazardous Equipment (Motorized Equipment, Temporary Heating Devices, Asphalt & Bitumen Heaters, etc.)
▪ Roofing Operations and Demolition Operations
▪ Underground Operations
▪ Reflection & Review: Recap of the course and discussion on the application of learnings in the workplace
▪ Course Review and Assessment