Fire Marshal course
Service Documents
Who should attend? 
Employees who may be part of a first response fire team, or have responsibility for fire safety in the workplace, evacuation of premises or supervision of fire drills.
What are the aims of the course?
This course is designed to provide participants with the required knowledge to fulfil the role of Fire Marshal/Warden and update the knowledge of existing Fire Marshals/Wardens. It will also assist those with responsibility for fire safety within buildings to develop procedures and fire management systems.
What is covered on the course?
The course consists of presentations mixed with practical exercises. It includes a practical extinguisher demonstration and several participants will be given the opportunity of tackling a small fire under supervision.
Topics covered include:
- Fire science
- Reality of fire
- Duties of Fire Marshals
- Human behaviour
- Procedures and evacuation principles
- Fire hazard spotting
- Common causes of fire
- Assessment of risk
- Legislation
- Staff training
- Fire drills
- Liaison with the Fire & Rescue Service
- Extinguisher theory and practical.
Individual certificates are issued which are valid for 2 years. Fire marshal handbooks are issued to participants at the end of the course.
How long does the course last?
This is a one day course. Registration is from 9.15 am. The course starts at 9.30 am and ends at approximately 4 pm.
How often do courses run?
Courses usually run on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the year. Please see the Training Calendar for details of dates available.
How much does it cost?
GM Chamber member price: £160 + VAT per person
Non-member price: £178 + VAT per person
Where are courses held?
Open courses are run at Greater Manchester Fire & Rescue Service Training Centre, Manchester Central Fire Station and Warren Bruce Court in Trafford Park. Course cost includes refreshments and lunch.
Courses can be run at your company premises, if suitable, for a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 18 people. Contact us for course rates.
Comments from our customers on the positive effect of this course on the safety of their workplace:
"It clarified what we had to do and since have designed a more structured training and induction session for all staff."
"Network group of Fire Marshals now exists and are better able to influence company decisions on safety issues."
"It gives the confidence for those undertaking the role of Fire Marshal, also brings home the consequences of neglect."