Description

This training course on Fire Prevention and Firefighting aims to equip participants with the essential skills to effectively prevent and combat fires in the workplace. Through a comprehensive understanding of fire causes, types, and risks, as well as practical exercises on using safety equipment and managing evacuations, attendees will learn to ensure safety while complying with fire safety and hygiene standards.
 

Who is this training for ?

For whom ?

• All employees.
• Security officers.
• HSE managers.

Prerequisites

• Basic understanding of workplace safety principles.
• No prior firefighting experience required.
• Willingness to actively participate in practical exercises and drills.

Training objectives

Understand the causes and risks of fires in the workplace

Acquire practical skills to use firefighting equipment effectively

Know how to organize and participate in a safe evacuation in case of fire

Training program

• Introduction to Fires
  • Understand the nature of fire: necessary elements for ignition (fire triangle).
  • Identify common causes of fires in the workplace (electrical equipment, flammable products, human error, etc.).
  • Recognize different types of fires (Class A, B, C, D, and F) and their specificities.
  • Analyze specific risks related to the industry sector and work environment (storage, ventilation, materials, etc.).
• Fire Safety Standards and Workplace Responsibilities
  • Overview of key fire safety regulations and standards (Labor Code, local regulations, HSE recommendations, etc.).
  • Roles and responsibilities of employers in fire prevention (risk assessment, equipment implementation, employee training).
  • Duties and expected behaviors of employees regarding fire risks.
  • Importance of collaboration among all company stakeholders to ensure safety.
• Effective Fire Prevention Practices
  • Management and maintenance of electrical equipment to minimize risks (inspection, repair, proper use).
  • Safe storage and handling of flammable and combustible products.
  • Organizing the workspace to avoid potential fire hazards.
  • Implementation of preventive procedures (cleaning, regular checks, no smoking policies, etc.).
• Firefighting Equipment: Usage and Maintenance
  • Overview of safety devices: fire extinguishers (types, classes), fire alarms, sprinklers, fire doors.
  • How to choose and properly use a fire extinguisher according to the type of fire.
  • Inspection, maintenance, and regular checks of firefighting equipment.
  • Signage and access to equipment: best practices for quick intervention.
• Fire Evacuation Management
  • Organizing an evacuation plan: roles, routes, assembly points.
  • Procedures to follow when a fire alarm sounds.
  • Communication and coordination during evacuation.
  • Awareness of safe behaviors (no use of elevators, assisting vulnerable people, etc.).
• Practical Exercises and Simulations
  • Fire simulation and practicing alert response.
  • Hands-on use of fire extinguishers under supervision.
  • Conducting a simulated evacuation to test responsiveness and adherence to the evacuation plan.
  • Debriefing and feedback to identify areas for improvement.