Training Location:

Europa Academy, Balheary Road, Swords, Co Dublin

Start & finish time(s):

Times flexible

Programme Duration:

Approx Duration 2 hours

Programme Objective:

To give the students the knowledge and skills required to recognise and maintain a safe working environment. To deal with an outbreak of fire in its early stages and to liaise with the Fire Brigade.

Class Size:

 Max 15 per class

Programme Aim:

To give students a basic understanding of Fire and the correct use of Fire Extinguishers.

Outline Syllabus:

• The mechanics of fire, smoke and dangerous gases.
• Fire extinguishers and hose reel equipment.
• Recognition of fire alarm activation.
• Actions to take on hearing the fire alarm.
• Calling the Emergency Services.

Training Method:

Group Orientated to include lectures, formal talks and demonstrations. These are didactic in nature and place a strong emphasis on the trainer's expertise and knowledge of the subject matter

Participant Profile:

This course is a basic introduction to fire safety training. It is open and should be offered to all staff within a company on induction or with existing staff. As this is new to most people and in the interest of achieving to safe practice we recommend re-training every year.

Europa Academy selected trainers & brief profile:

Our selected trainers have been full-time professional fire fighters/Paramedics for the past 12 years. Over the past 5 years they have been involved in teaching a variety of course's within the private sector. They have a wide range of qualifications ranging from confined space's training to marine emergency rescue and are considered leading instructors in fire training.

Training Facilities:

Europa Academy fully equipped training suite

Assessment Method:

Ongoing assessment throughout which is Instructor verified and post course evaluation forms. Practical use of a Fire Extinguisher.

Certification:

Irish Fire & Safety Solutions Certificate