All employees, regardless of role or sector Fire wardens and designated safety officers Managers and supervisors responsible for workplace safety Anyone seeking to increase their fire safety awareness and emergency response skills

Understanding how fires start and spread Fire classifications and causes of ignition Overview of fire prevention and control measures Types of portable fire extinguishers and their correct use Colour codes and extinguisher identification Choosing the right extinguisher for each class of fire Demonstration of correct handling techniques Fire action procedures — what to do if a fire breaks out The importance of evacuation and raising the alarm Basic awareness of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

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4 Hours

Fire Extinguisher Awareness Course

Delivered by experienced fire safety instructors, this training supports compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, helping organisations fulfil their legal duties to protect staff and property from fire risks.

Course Overview

Our Fire Extinguisher Awareness Course provides essential knowledge and practical understanding for anyone who may be required to use or respond to fire extinguishers in the workplace. The course focuses on identifying different types of extinguishers, understanding which to use on specific fire classes, and developing the confidence to act safely and effectively in an emergency.

Who Should Attend

All employees, regardless of role or sector
Fire wardens and designated safety officers
Managers and supervisors responsible for workplace safety
Anyone seeking to increase their fire safety awareness and emergency response skills

Course Content

Understanding how fires start and spread
Fire classifications and causes of ignition
Overview of fire prevention and control measures Types of portable fire extinguishers and their correct use
Colour codes and extinguisher identification Choosing the right extinguisher for each class of fire
Demonstration of correct handling techniques Fire action procedures — what to do if a fire breaks out The importance of evacuation and raising the alarm
Basic awareness of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005

Assessment & Certification

Short knowledge check at the end of the course
Practical demonstration (where applicable)
Certificate of Awareness issued on successful completion (valid for 3 years)

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Learning Outcomes

By the end of the refresher, participants will:

Recognise the different types of portable fire extinguishers and their uses
Identify which extinguisher should be used for specific fire types
Understand their role in fire prevention and safe emergency response
Demonstrate safe handling of extinguishers under supervision
Contribute to a safer workplace environment and support compliance obligations