Basic Fire Safety Awareness

Course overview

Practical, easy-to-follow training in Basic Fire Safety Awareness, helping learners understand key risks, responsibilities, controls and good practice relevant to the workplace.

Duration: 60 Minutes | Digital Certificate | IFE, CPD, IIRSM, IOSH & Institute of Hospitality Approved

Course Overview Fire is a real threat in any workplace. Understanding how fires start, spread, and how to respond effectively is crucial in protecting lives, property, and business continuity. This Basic Fire Safety Awareness course is designed to give all employees the essential knowledge to reduce fire risks and respond safely in the event of a fire. It fulfils legal training obligations under The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, making it ideal for staff at all levels across all industries. Delivered fully online, it’s the convenient and cost-effective way to meet your fire safety responsibilities.

Learning Objectives By the end of this course, learners will be able to: Identify the common causes of fire and how to reduce associated risks Understand the chemistry of fire and how it spreads Recognise the dangers posed by smoke in fire situations Know the fire safety features in buildings and their role Respond correctly if they discover a fire or hear a fire alarm Understand the types of fire extinguishers and their appropriate use

Course Modules

Who Should Take This Course? This course is suitable for:

• All employees in any work environment
• Office, retail, hospitality, care, education, warehouse and industrial sectors
• New staff onboarding as part of induction training
• Contractors and temporary workers

Course Benefits

• Fully online and self-paced for convenience
• Accredited by multiple bodies including IFE and IOSH
• Instant digital certificate upon completion
• Fulfils UK fire awareness training requirements
• Simple, practical knowledge that saves lives
• Trackable and auditable for compliance records

Technical Requirements

• Web browser: Latest version (Chrome, Edge, Firefox, Safari)
• RAM: 1GB minimum
• Video: Up-to-date drivers
• Internet: 3Mb+ download speed recommended

Progression Opportunities Looking to strengthen your health & safety compliance? You may also be interested in:

• Fire Marshal Training
• Emergency First Aid at Work
• Health & Safety in the Workplace
• Manual Handling Awareness

Enrol Now Equip your team with the knowledge to prevent and respond to fire safely. Start the course today or contact us to enrol your staff group-wide.

UK guidance and good-practice context

Workplace fire safety is driven by the fire risk assessment and the duties of the responsible person; training should reflect the premises and role.

Important: This course supports knowledge and awareness. It does not replace site-specific risk assessments, employer procedures, competent supervision or role-specific practical training where these are required.