Fire Extinguisher Training and Fire Warden Training from fully qualified fire safety trainers
Practical, on-site fire extinguisher training and fire warden training for organisations of all sizes, delivered by carried out by NEBOSH qualified and professionally accredited trainers across the UK.
What is fire extinguisher training?
Fire extinguisher training is a practical course that teaches employees how to identify the correct type of fire extinguisher for a given fire, and how to operate each type safely and effectively without putting themselves or others at risk.
Using the wrong type of extinguisher – or using one incorrectly, can make a fire significantly worse and cause serious injury. Proper fire extinguisher training is therefore essential for any organisation. Our training is delivered fully on-site and hands-on, with every attendee given the opportunity to handle and use different types of extinguisher.
Water
Class A fires
Foam
Class A & B fires
CO₂
Electrical fires
Dry powder
Class A, B & C
Wet chemical
Class F fires
What is fire warden training?
Fire warden training – also known as fire marshal training, is a structured course that equips nominated employees with the knowledge and practical skills they need to fulfil their role as a fire warden in the workplace.
A fire warden plays a critical role in an organisation’s fire safety arrangements. They are responsible for helping to prevent fires, carrying out workplace fire safety checks, assisting with the safe evacuation of people in the event of a fire, and liaising with the emergency services on arrival.
Article 18 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires that one or more competent persons are nominated to assist the responsible person in undertaking preventive and protective fire safety measures.
Our fire warden training course includes fire extinguisher training as a core component – so your fire wardens leave fully competent across all aspects of their role.
Why is fire extinguisher training and fire warden training required?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires the responsible person to ensure employees receive adequate fire safety training, including the correct use of fire-fighting equipment. Fire extinguisher training is a key part of meeting this legal obligation.
Fire warden training is equally a legal requirement – Article 18 of the Order requires that nominated fire wardens are sufficiently competent to carry out their role. The number of fire wardens required will depend on your premises size, occupancy, and the findings of your fire risk assessment. As a general guide, one fire warden per floor or per 20 staff is a reasonable starting point, but your Fire Risk Assessment should determine the appropriate number for your specific premises.
Prevent fires
Identify and report fire hazards before they become incidents.
Manage evacuation
Lead the safe, orderly evacuation of staff and visitors.
Use equipment
Operate fire extinguishers safely and correctly if required.
Who should take fire extinguisher training?
Fire extinguisher training is suitable for all employees – not just nominated fire wardens. Any member of staff who may need to use a fire extinguisher in an emergency should receive proper training. No previous knowledge or experience is required.
Our fire warden training course – which includes fire extinguisher training as a core module, is suitable for anyone nominated as a fire warden or fire marshal. Both courses are relevant across every sector:
Course overview
Our practical on-site course combines fire extinguisher training with full fire warden training across three core components:
Fire safety overview
A grounding in the principles of fire safety, the legal framework governing fire safety in the workplace, and the role of the responsible person under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
Fire warden duties training
A comprehensive walkthrough of the core duties and responsibilities of a fire warden, including fire prevention, hazard identification, evacuation procedures, refuge areas, and workplace checks.
Practical fire extinguisher training
Hands-on training covering all common extinguisher types, which fires each is suitable for, and how to operate each safely. Every attendee handles and uses each type during this session.
On successful completion of the course, a certificate is issued to all attendees.
Course content
Course details
Duration
1–2 hours
Location
At your premises
Group size
Up to 15 people
Certificate
Issued on completion