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Fire Marshal for Care Homes Video Based CPD Certified Online Course

This course covers the same content as the Fire Marshal course with additional content tailored specifically for employees that work in care homes.

Duration220 minutes
LevelIntermediate
AccessLearn online at your own pace
Course content16 modules
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Original price was: £47.00.Current price is: £42.00. inc VAT

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About this course

What the Fire Marshal for Care Homes course covers

Fire Marshal for Care Homes runs online from start to finish, so you decide when you study and how much you cover at a time. Budget roughly 220 minutes for the 16 modules, less if the subject is already familiar. There is no clock on it, so a week off in the middle changes nothing.

What it covers: Chemistry of Fire, Common Causes of Fire, Basic Safety Features in Buildings and Introduction to Fire Extinguishers. There are 12 further modules beyond those, listed in full on the Modules tab.

It builds on the basics rather than covering them again, so it is the second course on a subject and not the first. We list 8 Fire Safety courses, of which 3 sit at Intermediate. It is one of the longer ones in the subject, so budget an evening rather than a lunch break. The course is CPD accredited, so the time counts towards a CPD record, and your certificate is available to download as soon as you finish.

What this course is not: It is not an awareness course: if the subject is completely new to you, something introductory will be better value.

Buyer guide

Is this the right course for you?

Best fit

Fire Marshal for Care Homes is a sensible shortlist choice when you want a structured route through the published syllabus rather than a general overview of the whole subject. Its 16-module plan starts with Chemistry of Fire and Common Causes of Fire, which gives you a clear indication of the assumed starting point. That shape is likely to be most useful for fire wardens, premises managers and anyone responsible for a building whose training need matches those topics. It is a weaker fit if you only need one isolated skill, or if an employer has specified a different standard, awarding body or practical assessment. Before buying, compare that requirement with the final modules on Pre-Engagement Action and Using a Fire Extinguisher as well as the course title.

How to use the syllabus

Treat the module list as a study plan, not just a contents page. Begin with Chemistry of Fire and Common Causes of Fire and note any terms or processes you need to revisit. Around the middle, Preventative Measures acts as a useful checkpoint: if you can explain that material without looking back, move on; if not, repeat the preceding section before adding more. The later work on Pre-Engagement Action and Using a Fire Extinguisher is where you can test whether the earlier ideas connect. After each block, write a short example from your own work or a realistic scenario. That simple retrieval step makes self-paced learning more useful than clicking straight through to completion.

Check before enrolling

The listed study time is 220 minutes; reserve more time if the subject is new to you or you plan to make detailed notes. No fixed access period is stated in the validated course facts; ask us before enrolling if a deadline matters to your plans. A downloadable or printable completion certificate is described, but it records course completion rather than replacing a regulated qualification. The course carries a CPD accreditation reference; still check that your employer or professional body accepts this exact course for the purpose you have in mind.

Full course details from the training provider

Fire Marshal for Care Homes Online Course

RoSPA & CPD Approved

Course Description

Current legislation, The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, applies to all workplaces regardless of the number of employees and requires employers to provide adequate training in fire awareness for all members of their staff.

Our online fire safety training courses are aimed at all employees to assist them in identifying and reducing the risk that fire presents in the workplace.

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COURSE OUTLINE

Module 1:Chemistry of Fire
Module 2:Common Causes of Fire
Module 3:Basic Safety Features in Buildings
Module 4: Introduction to Fire Extinguishers
Module 5:  What to do in Cases of Fire?
Module 6:  Fire Statistics
Module 7:  Current Fire Safety Legislation
Module 8:  Fire Risk Assessment
Module 9:  Preventative Measures
Module 10:  Safety Features within Buildings
Module 11:  Role of the Fire Marshal
Module 12:  Action on Fire Discovery
 Module 13:  Fire Drills and Evacuation
 Module 14:  Fire Extinguishers
 Module 15:  Pre-Engagement Action
 Module 16:  Using a Fire Extinguisher

Duration: 
220 minutes (Note: This is based on the amount of video content shown and is rounded off. It does not account in any way for loading time or thinking time on the questions)

Recommended System Requirements

  • Browser: Up to date web browser
  • Video: Up to date video drivers
  • Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
  • Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)

What is the structure of the course?
The course is broken down into bite-sized modules. You’re free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each section, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

Where / when can I study the course?
You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web-based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers and most tablet devices etc. so you can even study while on the move! As long as you have access to the internet, you should be able to study anywhere that’s convenient.

Is there a test at the end of the course?
Once you have completed all the modules there is a multiple-choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken at the time and location of your choosing.

What if I don’t pass the test?
If you don’t pass the test first time then you will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times you can take the test. All test retakes are included within the price of the course.

Certificate of Completion: Upon completion of your training course, you will receive a CPD Certified Certificate of Completion displaying your full name, course completed as well as the date of completion. You can print this out or save it digitally to showcase your accomplishment.

When will I receive my certificate?
Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download/print your certificate any time you need it.

What you will learn

Learning outcomes

  • Module 1:Chemistry of Fire
  • Module 2:Common Causes of Fire
  • Module 3:Basic Safety Features in Buildings
  • Module 4: Introduction to Fire Extinguishers
  • Module 5:  What to do in Cases of Fire?
  • Module 6:  Fire Statistics
  • Module 7:  Current Fire Safety Legislation
  • Module 8:  Fire Risk Assessment
  • Module 9:  Preventative Measures
  • Module 10:  Safety Features within Buildings
  • Module 11:  Role of the Fire Marshal
  • Module 12:  Action on Fire Discovery
  • Module 13:  Fire Drills and Evacuation
  • Module 14:  Fire Extinguishers
  • Module 15:  Pre-Engagement Action
  • Module 16:  Using a Fire Extinguisher
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