Course Objectives:
Upon completion of this training, participants will be able to:
- Understand the basic principles of fire behavior and fire prevention.
- Recognize common fire hazards and implement preventive measures.
- Identify different types of fires and appropriate extinguishing methods.
- Use fire extinguishers and fire blankets correctly and safely.
- Respond effectively to fire alarms and follow emergency evacuation procedures.
- Promote a culture of fire safety awareness in the workplace.
Course Modules: 1. Introduction to Fire Safety
- Welcome and course overview
- Importance of fire safety at work and home
- Roles and responsibilities in fire safety
2. Understanding Fire
- The Fire Triangle (heat, fuel, oxygen)
- Stages of fire development
- Classes of fire (A, B, C, D, and K)
- Common causes of fires in various environments
3. Fire Prevention and Safety Measures
- Identifying fire hazards
- Good housekeeping and safe storage practices
- Electrical safety and handling flammable materials
- Workplace fire safety checks
4. Fire Detection and Alarm Systems
- Types of detection systems (smoke, heat, flame detectors)
- Fire alarm systems and their operation
- Immediate actions when an alarm sound
5. Fire Extinguishers and Firefighting Techniques
- Types of fire extinguishers and their uses
- Color coding and identification
- PASS Technique (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep)
- Demonstration and hands-on practical session
6. Emergency Response and Evacuation
- Steps to take during a fire emergency
- Evacuation routes and assembly points
- Role of fire wardens
- Communication with emergency services
7. Practical Exercise and Assessment
- Live demonstration of fire extinguisher use
- Evacuation drill simulation
- Short quiz and feedback discussion
8. Review and Certification
- Key takeaways and summary
- Q&A session
- Distribution of certificates
