Highfield Level 1 International Award in Fire Safety
OVERVIEW:
This course is designed to raise awareness of fire hazards in the workplace and how to act safely in the event of an emergency fire situation, including selecting and using the correct fire extinguisher. The course is also designed to train staff in your fire safety procedures.
TRAINING APPROACH:
All Health & Safety Solutions training programs are tailored to the specific training needs of the learner/client given their specific roles, responsibilities, and training objectives. Training manuals and course content are based on industry best practice, international standards, as well as legislation and regulatory requirements of the local regulatory authority.
INTENDED AUDIENCE:
Workplace Fire Safety personnel
TOPICS COVERED:
Describe the basic chemistry of fire:
• The chemistry of the fire triangle
• Mechanism of ignition
• Identification of ignition sources
• Classification of fire
Practice fire prevention at home & in the workplace:
• Fire prevention methods
Recognize the methods of fire extinguishment:
• Starvation
• Smothering
• Cooling
• Inhibiting the chemical reaction
Demonstrate the correct use of portable fire extinguishers:
• Portable fire extinguishers
• Characteristics
• Types & application according to classification of fire
Identify the sequence of actions when there is a fire:
• Emergency procedure in case of fire
• Priorities
Effectively operate a portable fire extinguisher on an actual fire
• Practical activity – fire extinguishment
• Dry chemical powder, water, foam, CO2
COURSE DURATION: 1 day / 4 hours
MINIMUM / MAXIMUM STUDENTS: 6 / 50
CERTIFICATION: Basic Fire Safety Level 1
VALID: 2 years
LOCAL ACCREDITATION: Dubai Civil Defense
INTERNATIONAL CERTIFICATION: Highfield Level 1 International Award in Fire Safety (optional)