Introduction
Both National & International Surveys across the Globe have reported that majority of fatalities in workplace have resulted due to fire mishaps. Therefore, it is necessary to eliminate or reduce fire risks to an acceptable level by means of fire prevention and protection.
However, there is a high-profile need for competency among everyone involved in fire risk assessment and fire safety management. And the foundation of such competence—in any field—is the appropriate training and qualification. In line to that, NEBOSH introduced ‘Certificate in Fire Safety’ course that aids in positively influencing fire safety behaviours and improving fire safety culture in the workplace.
What is NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety Course?
The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety is a globally relevant fire safety qualification specially designed to provide deep insights on carrying out an effective fire risk assessment in accordance with International best practice conventions
(Home Office fire guidance and PAS79-1:2020). Further, it equips the delegates with extensive knowledge on the principles of fire explosion protection and prevention and processes of human behaviors during fire emergencies. By pursuing this course, one can advance their career by gaining specialist fire safety knowledge and applying fire safety skills in any kind of organisation across the globe.
This qualification replaces the National and International Certificates in Fire Safety and Risk Management.
What are the benefits of studying the NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety Course?
- Ensure solid technical foundation on fire safety management through practical application and experience
- Justify fire safety improvements using moral and financial arguments
- Advise employers on the requirements for fire protection of premises and workers including appropriate training obligations
- Provide enhanced competency to carryout fire risk assessment
- Foster knowledge on fire safety techniques based on global best practice
- Entitled to achieve Associate Membership (AIIRSM) of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM).
Who can take-up this NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety Course?
- Those responsible for fire safety in low to medium risk workplaces
- Health and Safety managers
- Facilities Managers
- Health and safety representatives within businesses and
- Anyone who wish to gain knowledge in fire safety management
What is the pre-requisite requirement for joining this NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety Course?
What are all the topics covered in this NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety?
- Managing fire safety
- Principles of fire and explosion
- Fuel, oxygen and ignition sources and control measures
- Fire protection of buildings
- Safety of people in the event of fire
- Fire safety risk assessment
How this NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety Course is assessed?
| Units |
Type of Assessment |
Passing Grade |
Issue of Certificate |
| Unit FSC1 |
Open book assessment (OBE) |
45% |
A ‘Pass’ must be achieved in both units to achieve the Certificate in Fire Safety |
| Unit FSC2 |
Practical
- Fire Risk Assessment - Project Submission
|
PASS |
What other courses can be pursued after obtaining NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety?
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