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NEBOSH Fire Certificate
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Achieve the NEBOSH Fire Certificate through online study, with open-book assessment, practical risk evaluation, and eligibility for AIIRSM membership.
NEBOSH Fire Certificate
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About This Course
Gain the NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety through flexible online study. This respected qualification is particularly suitable for people responsible for fire safety in low- to medium-risk workplaces, including health and safety managers, facilities managers and workplace safety representatives.
Through focused study materials and practical application, you will develop an understanding of fire and explosion protection, fire-prevention principles and workplace fire-safety responsibilities. You will learn how to identify fire hazards, recommend appropriate control measures and carry out an effective fire-risk assessment.
The qualification combines a scenario-based online open-book examination with a practical fire-risk assessment. Whether you are beginning to develop fire-safety responsibilities or looking to formalise your existing knowledge, the course provides a strong technical foundation for further professional development.
Upon successful completion, you will be entitled to apply for Associate Membership of the International Institute of Risk and Safety Management (IIRSM) and use the AIIRSM post-nominal.
Course Benefits
- Achieve the recognised NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety.
- Study flexibly online with up to twelve months of tutor support.
- Develop practical skills for identifying hazards and completing workplace fire-risk assessments.
- Understand fire and explosion protection, prevention principles and appropriate control measures.
- Become eligible to apply for Associate Membership of IIRSM and use the AIIRSM post-nominal.
- Begin the course without previous fire-safety qualifications or experience.
Course Content and Syllabus Elements
Qualification Title: NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety
The qualification has two mandatory assessment components:
- FSC1: Online open-book examination
- FSC2: Practical fire-risk assessment
The syllabus covers the following six mandatory elements:
- Element 1: Managing fire safety
- Element 2: Principles of fire and explosion
- Element 3: Fuel, oxygen and ignition sources and control measures
- Element 4: Fire protection of buildings
- Element 5: Safety of people in the event of fire
- Element 6: Fire safety risk assessment
Assessment
This qualification has two mandatory assessment components:
- FSC1: A scenario-based online open-book examination completed remotely on a scheduled assessment date.
- FSC2: A practical fire-risk assessment.
Both assessments are marked by external examiners appointed by NEBOSH. Learners must complete and pass both assessments to achieve the qualification.
Assessment registration is arranged through the learner’s accredited NEBOSH Learning Partner. Learners should check their selected course package to confirm whether assessment registration fees are included.
FSC1 is completed remotely on a scheduled assessment date. The Learning Partner will provide learners with the relevant instructions and submission information for FSC2.
Required Knowledge
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification, and previous fire-safety knowledge or experience is not mandatory.
Learners must have a suitable standard of English to understand and explain the concepts covered in the syllabus. NEBOSH recommends English-language ability equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.0 or higher.
Awarding Body
The awarding organisation for this qualification is the National Examination Board in Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH). After successfully completing both mandatory assessments, you will receive the NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety.
Support
You will receive comprehensive online study materials and tutor guidance throughout your studies. Up to twelve months of tutor support is available, allowing you to progress at your own pace within the applicable course-access and support period.
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- You have a UK based bank account
- Bill payer must be 18 or above.
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