Fire Extinguisher Training Course
This Fire Extinguisher Training Course provides learners with the essential knowledge and practical
understanding required to respond safely and effectively to small fires in the workplace using the correct
type of fire extinguisher.
The course is designed to help individuals recognise different types of fire, select the appropriate
extinguishing equipment, and understand when it is safe to attempt to tackle a fire and when to evacuate
immediately. It also supports compliance with workplace fire safety procedures and emergency response
planning.
Learners will gain an understanding of fire behaviour, fire classification, and the correct use of common
fire extinguishers. The training emphasises personal safety, decision-making in emergency situations,
and the importance of evacuation procedures.
This course is suitable for all employees, particularly fire wardens, safety officers, facilities staff,
hospitality workers, retail staff, and anyone with fire safety responsibilities in the workplace.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
- Understand the basic principles of fire and how it spreads.
- Identify different classes of fire.
- Select the correct type of fire extinguisher for different fire types.
- Understand when it is safe to use an extinguisher and when to evacuate.
- Operate a fire extinguisher safely using the PASS technique.
- Follow workplace fire safety and evacuation procedures.
Course Content:
- Introduction to fire safety
- Fire chemistry and how fires start
- Fire classification (Class A, B, C, etc.)
- Types of fire extinguishers and their uses
- The PASS technique (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep)
- Fire risk awareness and prevention
- Emergency procedures and evacuation
- Workplace fire safety responsibilities
Duration
Approx. 2 hour
Certification
Participants receive a certificate upon successful completion of the course.
