Steven Morrison Learning & Development Consultants

FIRE SAFETY AWARENESS IN THE WORKPLACE

Fire is the single biggest threat to any business, whatever its size. More than 80% of businesses do not recover following a major fire, and those that do have to absorb significant losses.
Raising staff awareness of potential hazards can avoid a fire starting in the first place, and training your staff to act responsibly in the event of a fire will ensure your workforce is protected should the worst happen.

Who should attend: All employees of your company

The Fire Safety course will:

* Empower your staff with the knowledge and understanding of how to act responsibly in the event of a fire * Raise awareness of potential risks and hazards * Ensure you operate within the law and protect your workforce and business against si gnificant losses as a result of fire.

Course Content:

* Introduction and basic statistics highlighting the consequences of fire
* The 5 Main Causes of Fire
* The Fire Triangle
* What to do if you Discover a Fire
* Actions to Take on Hearing a Fire Alarm
* Ensuring Visitor Safety
* The Fight or Flight response
* Fire Extinguishers (Red, Blue, Cream, Black) and which one to use
* Watching Your Back
* Additional Fire Fighting Equipment
* Fire Hoses
* Positioning Fire Extinguishers
* Extinguisher Servicing
* Fire Safety Tips
* Housekeeping

Course Outcome: All successful candidates will receive a training attendance certificate.

Duration: Half day

NB: This course can be bespoke and tailored to a companies requirements.