Fire Warden (Marshal) Training Online Course

Fire Warden (Marshal) – Online Course

Course overview
This online Fire Warden (Marshal) course provides essential knowledge of workplace fire prevention, fire safety responsibilities and emergency evacuation procedures. Learners explore common fire hazards, fire risk assessments, relevant legislation, fire safety equipment and the duties of designated Fire Wardens. The course also covers Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs), emergency response procedures and supporting individuals who may need assistance during an evacuation.

Please note: This course provides theoretical knowledge of Fire Warden responsibilities. It does not replace practical fire safety instruction, workplace-specific familiarisation, evacuation drills or additional training required by an employer. The appropriate training should reflect the premises, identified risks and responsibilities of the role.

What the course covers
• The role and responsibilities of a Fire Warden or Fire Marshal
• Fire safety legislation and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• Fire risks, common causes of fire and preventative measures
• The responsibilities of the person responsible for fire safety
• Workplace fire risk assessments
• Fire safety equipment and safety features
• Fire blankets, water hose reels and different types of fire extinguishers
• Actions to take when discovering a fire or hearing a fire alarm
• Emergency procedures and the arrival of the fire service
• Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs)
• Supporting staff and individuals who require evacuation assistance
• Daily Fire Warden duties and evacuation responsibilities
• Staff training, instruction and emergency preparedness

Who is it for?
This course is suitable for appointed Fire Wardens and Fire Marshals, health and safety representatives, supervisors, team leaders, facilities and premises managers, employers, care home managers, healthcare professionals, support workers and other employees with fire safety or evacuation responsibilities.

Practical benefits
• Develop a clearer understanding of Fire Warden duties and workplace fire safety responsibilities.
• Recognise common fire hazards and appropriate preventative measures.
• Understand fire risk assessments and emergency planning arrangements.
• Identify different types of fire extinguishers and their intended applications.
• Understand how to respond to fire alarms and support established evacuation procedures.
• Recognise the needs of individuals who may require additional evacuation assistance.
• Build awareness of relevant fire safety duties and organisational procedures.

What learners will be able to do
• Describe the main responsibilities of a workplace Fire Warden.
• Identify common fire hazards and suitable prevention strategies.
• Explain the purpose of fire risk assessments and emergency planning.
• Recognise common types of fire extinguishers and their applications.
• Outline appropriate actions when discovering a fire or hearing an alarm.
• Explain key principles of safe building evacuation.
• Describe the purpose of Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs).
• Recognise relevant legal duties relating to workplace fire safety.

Is this training a legal requirement?
Fire safety legislation requires employers and those responsible for premises to take appropriate measures to protect people from fire risks. In England and Wales, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 includes duties relating to fire risk assessments, emergency procedures, employee training and competent assistance with preventative and protective measures.

The legislation does not prescribe one specific course titled Fire Warden Training. However, people appointed to assist with fire safety duties must have appropriate knowledge, training and competence for their responsibilities. Online training can contribute to this preparation but does not replace practical instruction, site-specific familiarisation or evacuation exercises. Different legislation applies in Scotland and Northern Ireland.

Assessment and certificate
Learners complete an online assessment as part of the course. Successful completion leads to a digital CPD-accredited certificate demonstrating completion of the training.