Basic Fire Safety Awareness
Basic Fire Safety Awareness
Thursday 17/05/2007 8.45am to 12.30pm
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The aim of the course is to provide delegates with greater awareness of the threat of fire; the chemistry of fire; common causes of fire and how it spreads; fire hazard spotting and reporting; fire routine and evacuation procedures; access for fire service vehicles to site and practical use of fire extinguishers.
Who should attend
This course is suitable for employees at any level within an organisation who may, at any time, need prevention, awareness and practical skills in dealing with the threat of fire.
Benefits of attending the half-day course
On completion of training, delegates will:
Understand the requirements of the Fire Precautions Act 1971, Fire Precautions (Workplace) (Amendments) Regulations 1999 and the Health and Safety at Work etc Act 1974;
Understand the principles of fire risk assessments;
Appreciate how fire spreads and methods of extinguishing;
Understand the need for fire plans and what action to take in the event of fire;
Have practical ability to use water, CO2 foam and powder extinguishers and fire blankets.
Course Presentation
The course, presented by David Robertson MISM, MIOSH, MIIRSM, includes a balance of lectures, group projects, videos and practical ‘hands on’ demonstrations to keep delegates well informed and to maintain concentration at all times.
VENUE: SSG Training & Consultancy, Valley House, Valley Road, Plymouth PL7 1RF
COST: Members £120 + VAT, Non Members £135 + VAT
This seminar is run in partnership with SSG Training & Consultancy
phone: 01752 220471 | web: http://www.plymouth-chamber.co.uk
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