NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety
The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety is recognised as the essential fire safety risk management qualification. As health and safety regulations continue to become more stringent, it is vital we all proactively carry out fire safety risk assessments and engage with our fire safety responsibilities.
The course comprises of six elements that cover pivotal areas such as the core fundamentals of fire safety principles, risk and safety management and the prevention of fire risk.
The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety is recognised globally by employers and professional memberships.
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NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety Explained
The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety is ideal for those responsible for fire safety in low to medium
risk workplaces, including Health and Safety managers, Facilities Managers and health and safety
representatives within businesses.
Our Virtual classroom learning courses bring tutor-led training straight to your door. If you value group
collaboration and tutor guidance but don’t want to travel to a classroom, this option is for you.
Our Online learning is excellent for those who prefer a visual, practical approach to self study. All courses have access to CMIOSH tutor support.
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Units
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Element 1
Managing Fire Safety
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Element 2
The Principles of fire and explosion
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Element 3
Fuel, oxygen and ignition sources and control measures
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Element 4
Fire Protection of buildings
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Element 5
Safety of people in the event of fire
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Element 6
Fire Safety risk assessment
Assessments
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FSC1: Online Assessment
FSC2: Practical risk Assessment based on a workplace
Course Length
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Virtual: 5 days plus assessment
Online: 12 months of unlimited access to an award winning Learning Management System (LMS) plus the assessment
NEBOSH recommend that the standard of English required to study for the FSC must be such that you can both understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus. It is important to stress that you as the learner should make your own decision on your standard of proficiency in English.
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1.2 The role of national governments and international bodies in developing frameworks for the regulation of fire safety
2.2 The ignition of solids, liquids and gases
2.3 Explosion and explosive combustion
3.2 Appropriate control measures to minimise fire and explosive risks
4.2 Means of escape
4.3 The methods and systems available to give early warning of fire
4.4 Classification of fires and fire fighting equipment
4.5 The method of operation and maintenance of fixed installation systems
4.6 Requirements for ensuring access for the fire service
5.2 Fire evacuation
5.3 Behaviours of people in the event of a fire
5.4 Appropriate training requirements
6.2 Principles and practice of fire safety risk assessments
6.3 Matters to be considered in a risk assessment of substances capable of forming a fire
The fire risk assessment has been developed around fire risk assessment standards such as the Home Office fire guidance and PAS79-1:2020.
The FSC1 open book exam is completed electronically and submitted through the NEBOSH exam portal. You have 24 hours from 11am (UK time) on exam day to complete and submit your exam paper.
You will be presented with a scenario describing a realistic workplace and situation, and will have to carry out a series of tasks using the scenario provided and your knowledge gained throughout your learning.
The FSC2 is a practical fire risk assessment based on a workplace. This can be completed at a place of work or at home, and is submitted by email according to deadline.
You must successfully pass both units to achieve your full NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety.
Please note: For any assessments taken after 1st August 2023, all assessments must be submitted in PDF format only.
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The course is ideal for Facilities Managers, Health and Safety Managers, or anyone responsible for workplace fire safety.
In the UK, employers must abide by certain laws related to fire safety such as the Fire Safety Order 2005. Employees are just as important when it comes to fire safety at work.
Your business will benefit from having more employees trained in fire safety, ensuring more staff members can recognise fire risks, hazards and safety protocols.
For more information about fire safety in the workplace, take a look at our blog.
- Identify the hazards.
- Identify people at risk.
- Evaluate, reduce, remove and protect from risk.
- Record, plan, inform, instruct and train.
- Review the risk assessment process.
NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety for Your Workforce
Develop your people for a better organisation.
By applying the knowledge and skills gained from the NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety qualification, you will be able to contribute to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace.
Our training has been tried and tested by 100,000 health and safety professionals. We offer a range of learning options, including virtual classroom, online and on-site classroom courses delivered at premises of your choice on a day of your choice.
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