The CABE Principles of Fire Safety course covers the first principles of fire safety and gives an introduction to fire safety design. The course is aimed at those new to fire safety design working in the design, construction and inspection areas of the built environment.

It will introduce delegates to the principles of fire safety, fire science, fire behaviour and human behaviour in fire.

The course will outline the key regulations in particular Part B of the building regulations, introduce the basic building components associated with fire safety and the principles of means of escape. The course will conclude with an end of course test and suggested next steps.

New entrants to the industry, or those with basic knowledge, must first complete this course before undertaking the Fire Safety Practitioner Certificate or the Principles of Fire Risk Assessment in Purpose Built Flats.

Development Outcomes

By the end of the course, delegates will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the first principles of fire safety

• Recognise the key legislation associated with the design and inspection of fire safety, buildings requirements and guidance

• Have an awareness of the importance of fire science and fire behaviour in buildings

• Be able to identify key building components essential to good fire safety design

• Describe the key human response in fire

• Recognise the need for further training to be able to design and check for compliance with current legislation

Important note: slides in pdf format will be sent out to delegates by email in advance

Meet The Trainer

 

Steve Glass 

Associate, Construction Fire Safety - Part B

Steve is a seasoned professional with 28 years at Kent Fire & Rescue Service, excelling in operational, training, and fire safety roles. He's a Chartered Member of IOSH, a Member of the Institute of Fire Engineers, and holds numerous safety qualifications including NEBOSH and NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety. He is also s registered CITB/NEBOSH tutor.

CPD

6 Hours

Price

How to Book

If you would like to book a place on this course, please click on the register button at the top of the page or use the contact details above.

Online booking will be open up to 2 days before the course. Please call us to book a place after this date. 

Cancellation Terms and Conditions

If you cannot attend your booking you must notify us in writing, as soon as possible, by e-mailing training@cbuilde.com. Provided that written notice is received no later than 14 days prior to the date of the course we will be able to offer you either a full refund, a transfer onto another date or you may nominate a substitute to attend the event in your absence.

All course places should be paid in full before the course date or your place may be cancelled. 

For the full terms and conditions please visit our Event Booking Terms and Conditions page.