This module will introduce you to the content of the course and online training. The Fire Warden course covers a range of general fire awareness modules and specific learning to prepare you for your role as a Fire Warden. At the end of the module, you will be given an example of the kind of test you will take during your training.

'Know your enemy' as the old saying goes. This module is designed to give a deeper understanding of what fire actually is. It covers how fires start, how they continue to burn, what the fire triangle is and how to break it. This is vital information for a Fire Warden as it directly impacts on your role. The module also looks at hazardous materials that may cause fires in the workplace and how to eradicate their risk.

When it comes to fire safety, the law is very clear and the penalties for making mistakes can be costly and may even result in imprisonment in some cases. This module looks at the parts of the law you need to know and how it relates to you and others.

Your workplace will need to have fire risk assessments detailing the potential hazards from fire. This module is an overview of fire risk assessments and the role they play in overall fire protection. You may be called upon as a Fire Marshal to create or verify the fire risk assessments, so this module looks at what we mean by risk and hazard and how it relates to the fire risk assessment.

This is where we focus on the practical application of fire safety in the workplace. We see what fire safety procedures should be in place, including the different types of fire signs that should be displayed, how to identify possible fire incidents, understanding the different types of fire detection and warning systems that could be present and what methods of escape should be available. The module also suggests when it is time to seek advice and the importance of the Fire Marshal/Warden in the fire safety chain. 

Hopefully, you will never need to use a fire extinguisher in a live emergency but if you do then it is vital that you know the right extinguisher to use and the correct procedure for using it. A Fire Warden will need to have a clear understanding of how fire extinguishers work and be aware that they can also use fire blankets too in some circumstances. As a Fire Warden it is very common for you to have specific duties relating to fire safety equipment and their placement and maintenance. 

Once you have learned all the background knowledge on fire and the potential danger it poses, it is here that you see how that fits with your role as a Fire Warden. Being a Fire Warden is a responsibility that means you are part of the protection and safety process so it is important that you understand what that could mean on an ongoing basis.

This module is your final assessment, which consists of scenarios, multiple choice questions, and true or false decisions. 

The aim of this module is to assess your level of knowledge following the completion of the Fire Warden/Marshal course.