There are no specific entry requirements for this course.  NEBOSH recommend that delegates have a minimum standard of English, as they must be able to understand and communicate the concepts in the course content, and complete the written exam and practical assessment. Delegates should have a basic knowledge of health and safety, and an understanding of what happens in their workplace. The information you will need to know for the practical assessment and the exams will be covered in the course.

If you have any specific learning needs, including dyslexia please let us know before the course.  A good understanding of English is needed.

The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety helps you learn and develop fire safety skills which can be applied in workplaces anywhere in the world. It provides the knowledge and understanding to advise on fire protection of premises and workers, and carry out an effective fire risk assessment in low to medium risk workplaces. It is ideal for those responsible for fire safety in low to medium risk workplaces, including:

• Health & Safety Managers
• Facilities Managers
• Health & Safety Representatives

The course is made up of presentations, question and answer sessions, activities and projects.  There are 2 assessments at the end of the course – one written exam and a practical assessment. The practical assessment includes the completion of a fire risk assessment carried out at the learner’s workplace. The tutor will support the learner’s knowledge and understanding by classroom and individual discussion.

NEBOSH will issue successful delegates the National Certificate in Fire Safety.

The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety is made up of two units:

• Unit FSC1: Fire Safety
• Managing fire safety
• Principles of fire and explosion
• Fuel, oxygen and ignition sources and control measures
• Fire protection in buildings
• Safety of people in the event of fire
• Fire safety risk assessment

• Unit FSC2: Fire Risk Assessment
• Practical Assessment

Delegates who will pass the exam will be certified by NEBOSH.