Fire Marshal for Care Homes
Current legislation, The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, applies to all workplaces regardless of the number of employees and requires employers to provide adequate training in fire awareness for all members of their staff.
Our online fire safety training courses are aimed at all employees to assist them in identifying and reducing the risk that fire presents in the workplace.
This course covers the same content as the Fire Marshal course with additional content tailored specifically for employees that work in care homes.
Course Overview
This Fire Marshal for Care Homes course provides comprehensive fire safety training tailored specifically for employees working in care home settings. It builds on the standard Fire Marshal course content and covers fire prevention, current legislation, risk assessment, and the safe use of fire extinguishers. Learners will gain the knowledge and skills needed to identify fire hazards, respond effectively in the event of a fire, assist with safe evacuations, and understand their responsibilities under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The course includes practical guidance on fire drills, pre-engagement actions, and the role of the fire marshal within a care home environment.
Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Explain the chemistry and behaviour of fire and identify common causes of fires in care home settings.
Recognise basic safety features within care home buildings and understand their role in fire prevention.
Understand current fire safety legislation and codes of practice relevant to care homes.
Conduct fire risk assessments and implement preventative measures to reduce fire hazards.
Understand the role and responsibilities of a fire marshal in a care home environment.
Respond effectively on discovering a fire, including raising the alarm and assisting with safe evacuation.
Plan and participate in fire drills and evacuation procedures specific to care homes.
Identify different types of fire extinguishers and safely use them where appropriate.
Undertake pre-engagement actions and safely tackle small fires if trained and it is safe to do so.
Who is this course for
This course is designed for employees working in care homes who are responsible for fire safety, including designated fire marshals (fire wardens) and staff supporting emergency procedures. It is suitable for both new and existing care home staff, providing essential knowledge to ensure the safety of residents, colleagues, and visitors. No prior fire safety experience is required.
Recommended System Requirements
• Browser: Up to date web browser
• Video: Up to date video drivers
• Memory: 1Gb+ RAM
• Download Speed: Broadband (3Mb+)
Further Progression
For those needing further training in Fire Safety, courses such as Fire Doors, Basic Fire Safety, and Fire Extinguisher should be completed alongside this one.
For Supervisors that want to continue to enhance their skills, courses such as Introduction to Risk Assessment or Leadership Skills would make great next steps.
Accredited by
CPD Approved, Gatehouse Awards, IIRSM
Course Cost
£20 +VAT