This life skill course is ideal for those that want to learn how to identify and safely manage fire hazards in the workplace or home.
Fire Safety Instructor Training and Hot Works training also available – please enquire 01-8251302 / info@nstn.ie
Tutor led training: Half Day
Online self paced training: See online courses section for course durations.
Group training at customer’s premises, at our training centre, by webinar (Zoom) or by online self paced training.
12 for tutor led training.
No limit on online self paced training.
Good understanding of English
NST certificate valid for 3 years
Please enquire for group training rates.
01-8251302 / info@nstn.ie
Individual online self paced training: From €35 – 50 per person
COURSE CONTENT
Module 1 – Fire Safety/Science
- Legislation – 2005 Act, 1981 & 2003 Fire Services Act, HSA, HIQA
- Fire Statistics & Case Studies
- Nature and behaviour of fire.
- Nature and behaviour of smoke
- Fire prevention & management
- Behaviour Issues of people regarding fire alarms & emergencies.
- Classes of fire
Module 2 – Classes of Fire and Fire Extinguishing Methods & Equipment
- Classes of Fire
- Fire Detection and Alarms (Overview)
- Inspection, Maintenance and Discharge of Fire Extinguishers
- Participants will then be trained in the practical use of extinguishers
- Fire Blankets
- Fire Hose Reels
Module 3 – Role of Fire Warden & Emergency Procedures
- Pre–fire / post-fire duties of the Fire Warden
- General Emergency Plans and Evacuation Procedures
- Design and documentation of Fire Evacuation Plans & Records.
- Identifying and Managing Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPS).
- Fire Drills – Running, Management & Evaluation of Fire Drills.
