FireQual Level 4 Award in Fire Risk Assessment in High-Risk Premises - 5 Days
Course
This qualification is designed to address the identified requirements for the development of behaviours, knowledge, and skills in conducting fire risk assessments in high-risk premises. The primary objective of these assessments is to eliminate or reduce the risk of hazards and identify the necessary safety measures to ensure the safety of people within the premises. This qualification targets the behaviours, knowledge, and skills deemed crucial by the industry to conduct effective risk assessments. Additionally, it emphasises the need for continuous professional development to stay current with evolving practices and thinking. This qualification provides an excellent opportunity to gain a nationally recognised qualification and become a key player in ensuring fire safety and compliance.
Benefits for Employers
Staff Development and Retention: Equip your employees with the skills, knowledge, and behaviours necessary to conduct fire risk assessments in medium-risk premises. This comprehensive training ensures they operate safely, professionally, and ethically, while also enhancing job satisfaction and loyalty, leading to improved staff retention.
In Depth Knowledge: Your staff will receive thorough education on various fire safety and health and safety laws, to enable them to effectively carry out fire risk assessments in high risk premesis at client sites.
Reputational Benefits: Your staff will become ambassadors for your organisation by helping clients achieve legal compliance in life safety, therefore supporting your company's reputation and credibility.
Recognised Qualification: Upon completion your staff will achieve a formally recognised Level 4 qualification in Fire Risk Assessing, demonstrating your commitment to their professional development.
Client Confidence: Assure your clients that your staff are fully qualified and competent to perform fire risk assessments in high risk premises, thereby instilling confidence and trust in your services.
Price: £1999 + VAT
Benefits for Learners
Personal Professional Development: Acquire the skills, fundamental knowledge, and behaviours needed to develop your career into more higher risk premises.
Skills and Confidence: Gain the ability to undertake effective fire risk assessments in line with industry best practices, supporting your professional competence and confidence.
Networking Opportunities: Build a network of like-minded professionals within the fire safety industry.
Career Advancement: Obtaining formal qualifications will enhance your career prospects and increase your earning potential.
Course Key Facts
Pre-Course Study: 24 hours of pre-course study, including a Course Study Book, Pre-Course Assessment Questionnaire, and E-Learning Modules covering CDM Awareness, Basic Fire Awareness, Fire Extinguishers, and Fire Doors. Study materials and e-learning courses are provided by the trainer.
Course Duration: 5 days of interactive training.
After Course Assessment: Completion of an assessment portfolio consisting of a set of questions and undertaking three fire risk assessments in high-risk premises.
High-risk buildings, including those that are 18-metres and over in height, defined as:
Residential buildings occupied by more than 50 persons who may be persons who may be unfamiliar with the building or have impairments or specialised needs, or retail and commercial buildings occupied by over 100 staff and the public, or certain industrial premises, or premises involved with healthcare activities, or particular heritage properties; and may contain one or more of the features below;
Exceed 7-storey in height above ground floor level or have occupancy below ground that has no direct egress to ground level
With internal travel distances that exceed 60 metres
With abnormal or transient hazards
With a floor area exceeding 600 square metres
With single stairways or complicated exit arrangements
With combustible or unknown cladding
Lacks active fire protection or other fire mitigating measures
Construction might be Traditional, Modular, Lightweight Timber Frame, or External Wall System or other.
Course Content:
Learning Outcome 1: Understanding the requirements of fire risk assessment in high-risk buildings.
Learning Outcome 2: Understanding legislation and guidance relevant to fire risk assessment in high-risk premises.
Learning Outcome 3: Updating knowledge of fire risk assessment methods and practices within high-risk buildings.
Learning Outcome 4: Conducting a fire risk assessment and evaluating the level of fire safety management within high-risk buildings.
Learning Outcome 5: Communicating effectively with others relevant to carrying out fire risk assessments within high-risk buildings.
Learning Outcome 6: Behaving appropriately when dealing with a client.
Assessment Methods
In-Course Assessment: Candidates will have the opportunity to complete some portfolio work during the course.
Practical Assessment: Candidates will complete three risk assessments of high-risk premises, including evidence of their work such as correspondence with clients and planning.
Professional Discussion: Candidates will engage in a professional discussion with the trainer, outlining their actions, methodology, and learnings.
Suitable For
This course is a natural progression for individuals already working as a competent Level 3 fire risk assessor. It prepares you to conduct fire risk assessments in higher-risk premises, building on the solid foundation established at Level 3. This course is also suitable for those who can provide sufficient evidence demonstrating they meet the criteria of a Level 3 fire risk assessor. It equips participants with essential skills and knowledge to effectively mitigate fire risks, manage fire safety, ensure life safety, and comply with fire safety laws in more challenging environments.