Level 2 Award in Fire Safety (RQF)

The Level 2 Award in Fire Safety (RQF) is a regulated and nationally recognised qualification that has been specifically designed for anyone who has a specific responsibility for fire safety in the workplace, such as designated fire wardens/fire marshals. Successful candidates will gain an understanding of fire safety management at work and the specific roles and responsibilities related to fire safety in the workplace.

Ideal for fire wardens/fire marshals in the workplace

What’s covered?

Causes of fires in the workplace

The fire triangle

Hazards during and after a fire Fire and smoke spread Identifying and controlling fire hazards: • Fire prevention • Fire detection and raising the alarm • Means of escape • Principles of extinguishing fires • Firefighting equipment and systems

Fire safety laws and duties and responsibilities of employers and employees

Undertaking a fire safety inspection

Stages involved in fire risk assessment Contents of a fire safety briefing Roles and responsibilities of the nominated fire warden:

• On a day-to-day basis

• During an emergency