Fire Safety Awareness

What is special about this course?

The Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 requires employers in Scotland to provide their staff with relevant information, training and instruction regarding fire safety measures in the workplace. It is essential that all employees are equipped with the knowledge to safeguard themselves and others in the event of a fire.

This Fire Safety Awareness course provides participants with the confidence to assess and tackles fires (if appropriate) and realise the importance of their actions in the case of a fire.

Upon completion of the course the candidates will be able to:

  • Act safely, promptly and effectively if a fire should occur within the workplace
  • Understand the basic principles of fire and how they are classified
  • Identify and correctly operate first aid fire fighting equipment including fire extinguishers
  • Identify ways to reduce fire risks in the workplace
  • Maintain fire safety measures and action plans 

Entry requirements

No formal entry requirements.

Fire Safety Awareness teaches delegates a theoretical understanding of fire safety equipment and procedures, including fire extinguisher colour coding, when a fire should and shouldn’t be dealt with, and the purpose of smoke alarms, sprinklers and fire doors.

The course covers:

  • Introduction to fire safety
  • Legislation
  • Theory of combustion
  • Classifications of fire
  • First aid fire fighting equipment
  • Practical exercises and demonstration

This course is delivered over 4 hours with two 15 minute breaks. A certificate will be awarded upon completion.

How will I study my course?

  • Short course

How long will my course last?

4 Hours

Where can I study my course?

    • Thurso

    Please note, UHI North Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study.

Fees

For the latest information on fees please see our Tuition Fees information.

What can I do on completion of my course?

Upon completion of this basic safety training course, participants may wish to undertake Fire Warden training to provide them with the tools and knowledge to implement a fire action plan in the event of a real fire.

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Apply for Fire Safety Awareness

I want to start in 2022/23
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We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI North Highland. Please note, UHI North Highland will be changing its name to UHI North, West and Hebrides in August 2023, subject to Scottish Government approval. This will not impact on your choice of course or how and where you will study. UHI North Highland operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.