Overview

• This course is designed for all staff to assist with their understanding of the principles relating to Fire Warden Training. 
• The course contains a case study and multiple-choice questions.  
   

Goals

During this course you will learn to:

• Understand responsibilities of the Fire Warden.
• Understand the characteristics of fire, smoke and toxic fumes.
• Know the fire hazards in the working environment.
• Be familiar with the different types of fire extinguishers, state their use and identify the safety precautions associated with their use.
• Know the means of raising the fire alarm and the actions to take on hearing the fire alarm.  
• Be aware of the significant findings of relevant fire risk assessments.
• Understand how to practice and promote fire prevention.
• Be aware of basic fire safety and local fire safety protocols including staff responsibilities during a fire incident.
• Know instinctively the right action to take if fire breaks out or smoke is detected.
• Understand the importance of being familiar with evacuation procedures and associated escape routes.

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