Highfield Level 2 International Award in Fire Safety for Fire Wardens

1 Understand the hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace
1.1 Define the following key terms:
• hazard
• risk
• means of escape
1.2 Identify the common causes of fired in the workplace
1.3 Describe the components of the fire triangle
1.4 Identify the hazards during or after a fire, including the products of combustion
1.5 Describe how fire can spread
2 Understand how fire risk is controlled in the workplace
2.1 Outline the steps within a fire risk assessment
2.2 Describe ways to reduce the likelihood of a fire and improve safety within the workplace
2.3 Identify the elements of a means of escape from fire
2.4 Identify methods of fire detection and raising the alarm
2.5 Identify types and uses of fire-fighting equipment
2.6 Outline the duties of employers and employees with respect to fire safety in the workplace
3 Understand the role of the nominated fire warden
3.1 Describe the role and functions of fire wardens in their workplace on a day-to-day basis
3.2 Explain the importance of fire drills
3.3 Describe the priorities of a fire warden during an emergency:
• if they are in their designated areas of responsibility
• if they are not in their designated areas of responsibility
3.4 Outline the hazards that will impact the effectiveness of a fire evacuation
3.5 Outline the content of a fire safety briefing
3.6 Explain the importance of reporting and maintaining fire safety records