Fire Risk Assessment - The Fire (Scotland) Act 2005

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Course Objectives:
Under the new fire regulations, employers, property owners, landlords and other duty holders are required to assess fire risks in the workplace and implement appropriate fire safety precautions including raising the alarm and evacuating the premises.

Well trained and competent staff are the best defence against the threat of fire and the most effective way of managing alarm incidents and evacuation of your premises. This practical seminar workshop will provide delegates with a thorough understanding of fire safety issues and prepare them to confidently conduct fire risk assessments in their own workplace.

Contents:
This one-day workshop includes a full update on the new fire safety regulations effective from 1 October 2006. Fire Certificates will no longer be issued and Fire Authorities will look to employers to demonstrate their compliance with the regulations and sound management of Fire Safety in the workplace.

This one day programme includes the following modules: -

  • Understanding fire
  • The regulations - an overview
  • Fire detection and warning
  • Means of escape
  • Fire fighting equipment
  • Emergency planning and training
  • Workplace fire hazards - practical assessment
  • Evaluating risks and reporting
  • Monitoring and review


Who should attend:
Facility managers, Property managers, Human resources professionals, Directors and managers with a health & safety role.

Course benefits:
  • Gain a clear understanding of the key legal requirements

  • Be clear on your duties and responsibilities in the event of fire

  • Delegates will gain benefit from understanding how people react in the event of fire



Additional information:
We use a combination of scenarios and practical work to enthuse and inform our delegates. Cosensa trainers are chosen for their practical experience gained in real life situations and for their ability to inspire delegates.

Certificates:
All delegates who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of attendance.

Trainers background:
The trainer for this course has extensive experience in design and delivery of health & safety training programmes. They are qualified by NEBOSH (National Examination Board for Occupational Safety & Health) and Associate member of IOSH (Institute of Occupational Safety & Health) and is a member of the Chartered Management Institute and the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management and the Association for Project Safety.

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