Training Courses 2015

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1 Professional fire safety training from the experts

2 Fire Safety Principles: Fire Warden 1.0 One Course (CIEH Level 2 Award) VAT This course delivers an accredited qualification in fire safety principles for those persons who have responsibilities as Fire Wardens or Fire Marshals. The course contains interactive classroom exercises and involvement in practical demonstrations. Completion of this course meets not only the mandatory requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and the duties of the fire warden but also an understanding of basic fire risk and the controls necessary to help reduce those risks. For further course details refer to the end of this booklet. Certificate valid for 3 years. January February March April Thursday 8th Monday 19th Wednesday 28th Tuesday 3rd Wednesday 11th Monday 16th Thursday 26th Wednesday 4th Thursday 19th Tuesday 24th Monday 30th Wednesday 8th Thursday 16th Tuesday 21st Monday 27th May July August Tuesday 5th Thursday 14th Tuesday 19th Wednesday 3rd Thursday 11th Wednesday 17th Monday 22nd Tuesday 30th Thursday 9th Wednesday 15th Monday 20th Tuesday 28th Thursday 6th Wednesday 12th Monday 17th Tuesday 25th September October November December Wednesday 2nd Thursday 10th Monday 14th Tuesday 22nd Wednesday 30th Monday 5th Wednesday 14th Thursday 22nd Wednesday 28th Monday 2nd Wednesday 18th Tuesday 24th Wednesday 2nd Thursday 10th Monday 14th Fire Awareness hours (CIEH Level 1 Award) This course is designed to provide an introduction to fire safety and what to do in the event of an emergency. This training is ideal for new employees as part of their induction programme and employees who have received no formal fire safety training in the past. A short multi-choice question paper is completed at the end of the session providing a valuable tool to record this important activity. For further course details please refer to the end of this booklet. You may wish to consider booking a fire extinguisher session to complement this training. Certificate valid for 3 years VAT February April Tuesday 10th Tuesday 14th September Thursday 25th Monday 28th November Thursday 26th This course is also available as an e-learning option, VAT per licence.

3 Fire Extinguisher - 2 Hour Course A short familiarisation course covering the classification of the various fire extinguishers, giving a good understanding of when, where and how to use one in an emergency. Everyone is encouraged to use them in a controlled live fire environment promoting confidence in their use. It is an ideal way to build on fire awareness training or as an annual refresher for fire wardens. Certificate valid for 1 year VAT January February March April Monday 12th Wednesday 21st Monday 26th Wednesday 4th Thursday 12th Tuesday 24th Monday 2nd Thursday 12th Tuesday 17th Monday 23rd Wednesday 1st Thursday 9th Monday 13th Monday 20th Tuesday 28th May July August Thursday 7th Wednesday 13th Thursday 21st Tuesday 26th Thursday 4th Tuesday 9th Thursday 18th Tuesday 23rd Wednesday 1st Monday 6th Tuesday 14th Wednesday 22nd Wednesday 29th Wednesday 5th Monday 10th Tuesday 18th Thursday 27th September October November December Thursday 3rd Monday 7th Wednesday 16th Monday 21st Thursday 1st Wednesday 7th Tuesday 13th Wednesday 21st Thursday 29th Tuesday 3rd Monday 9th Tuesday 17th Monday 23rd Thursday 3rd Monday 7th Wednesday 16th Professional fire safety training from the experts

4 Fire Warden hour Course Basic training for fire wardens. This meets the mandatory requirements of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 (RRO) covering fire safety awareness, fire warden duties, evacuation procedures and practical fire extinguisher familiarisation. A RBFR(T)L attendance certificate is issued to each individual on completion of the training. Certificate valid for 2 years VAT January February March April Monday 12th Wednesday 21st Monday 26th Wednesday 4th Thursday 12th Tuesday 24th Monday 2nd Thursday 12th Tuesday 17th Monday 23rd Wednesday 1st Thursday 9th Monday 13th Monday 20th Tuesday 28th May July August Thursday 7th Wednesday 13th Thursday 21st Tuesday 26th Thursday 4th Tuesday 9th Thursday 18th Tuesday 23rd Wednesday 1st Monday 6th Tuesday 14th Wednesday 22nd Wednesday 29th Wednesday 5th Monday 10th Tuesday 18th Thursday 27th September October November December Thursday 3rd Monday 7th Wednesday 16th Monday 21st Thursday 1st Wednesday 7th Tuesday 13th Wednesday 21st Thursday 29th Tuesday 3rd Monday 9th Tuesday 17th Monday 23rd Thursday 3rd Monday 7th Wednesday 16th Professional fire safety training from the experts

5 Fire Warden Refresher - 3 hour Course A refresher on the role and responsibilities of the fire warden / marshal. Providing an update on legislation, fire safety, evacuation procedures and providing an opportunity for discussion on issues that may have arisen. Certificate valid for 2 years VAT January Tuesday 6th Wednesday 14th Thursday 22nd Tuesday 27th May Wednesday 6th Monday 11th Monday 18th Wednesday 27th September Tuesday 1st Tuesday 8th Wednesday 23rd Tuesday 29th February Thursday 5th Monday 9th Thursday 19th Wednesday 25th Tuesday 2nd Monday 8th Tuesday 16th Wednesday 24th October Thursday 8th Thursday 15th Monday 19th Tuesday 27th March April Thursday 5th Wednesday 11th Monday 16th Wednesday 25th Thursday 2nd Tuesday 7th Wednesday 15th Wednesday 22nd Thursday 30th July August Thursday 2nd Wednesday 8th Monday 13th Thursday 23rd Monday 27th Tuesday 4th Tuesday 11th Thursday 20th Tuesday 25th November December Wednesday 4th Tuesday 10th Thursday 19th Wednesday 25th Tuesday 1st Wednesday 9th Thursday 17th Fire Risk Assessment (incorporating Fire Safety for Managers) One Course VAT A one day course designed to give managers and supervisors a better understanding of their responsibilities under current Fire Safety Legislation. Fire Risk Assessment is a statutory responsibility for the vast majority of workplaces. Managers should understand the need for a workplace fire risk assessment, interpret the findings of a report and implement any changes required. January Thursday 29th May Wednesday 20th September Thursday 17th Feburary Monday 23rd Monday 1st October Monday 26th March Tuesday 31st July Thursday 16th November Monday 16th April Wednesday 29th August Monday 24th December Tuesday 15th

6 Fire Risk Assessment and Control - 3 Course (CIEH L3) VAT This training provides a formal qualification for anyone responsible for risk assessments in the workplace. The course is accredited via the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health and provides evidence that you understand the importance of, and can write, a meaningful fire risk assessment. This is one of the few training courses in this subject that provides a recognised qualification in Fire Risk Assessment and Control. For further course details refer to the end of this booklet. March Tuesday 10th to Thursday 12th Tuesday 9th to Thursday 11th September Tuesday 1st to Thursday 3rd Emergency First Aid at Work - One Course In accordance with The Health and Safety (First-Aid) Regulations Emergency First Aid at Work (EFAW) training enables a first-aider to give emergency first aid to someone who is injured or becomes ill while at work. EFAW equips the first-aider to apply first aid to a range of specific injuries and illnesses. Certificate valid for 3 years VAT January Friday 30th May Friday 22nd September Friday 11th February Friday 27th Friday 19th October Friday 9th March Friday 27th July Fully subscribed November Friday 6th April Friday 24th August Friday 14th December Friday 4th Vehicle Fire Extinguisher training - 3 hours VAT The aim of this course is to give delegates a broad overview of the dangers involved with vehicle / motor fires and to give them the necessary skills to tackle a fire using the safest method possible. The training enables individuals to assess and deal with a vehicle / motor fire in the most appropriate manner emphasising the safety of themselves and the public at all times. March Monday 9th Monday 15th October Monday 12th

7 Evacuation Chair Training - 2 Hours Training in the use of an evacuation chair to assist transportation of a person in the event of an emergency or incident. The training is designed for groups of up to 8 people and concentrates on the practical elements promoting confidence and expediency. Please ring to discuss available dates. Group rate applies, price on application Manual Handling Training Please ring to discuss your specific requirements VAT (group booking) Group Training Why not take advantage of our generous group rates with the choice to train at your premises or at our Training Centre. If this is of interest please your requirements to info@train4fire.com for a quote. Why not get together with other branches, practices, schools, etc. and arrange to run a date specifically for you and take advantage of the savings. Bespoke Training Recognising the specialist activities of our clients, Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Training is able to offer specialised training applying specific emphasis to your specialist needs. With the equipment and resources of the Learning and Development Centre of Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service behind us we can accommodate most fire safety training requirements, including first responder and emergency team refresher training. Industrial and commercial environments, schools and hospitals, hotels and automotive specialities are all possible. Please contact us with your enquiry for immediate assistance with your training need. How to Book All the courses listed in this booklet are delivered at our Training Centre sites in Reading, Berkshire, unless otherwise specified. To book a course, or find more information: you can call +44(0) or book-on-line at or info@train4fire.com

8 Additional information about specific courses: CIEH Level 1 Award: Fire Safety Awareness VAT 2.5 Hour Course OFQUAL accredited course (requiring a minimum 60% pass mark) A. An introduction to fire safety and what to do in the event of an emergency Candidates should develop general knowledge and understanding of fire safety and risk controls associated with fire in the workplace, and be able to: State the main causes and effects of fires in the workplace and outline the main costs of fires to society. State their duties and responsibilities and those to fire wardens on a day-to-day basis and in an emergency. State the fire safety procedures applicable to their own role and the roles of others. Describe the action to be taken in the event of a fire in the workplace, raising the alarm and contacting the emergency services. Outline fire prevention measures that they can take to minimise fire risks. B. Fire risk control Candidates should develop a foundation of knowledge of the risk controls associated with fire in the workplace and be able to: Identify the key elements for effective fire risk management in the workplace, including fire risk assessment. Understand the fire triangle and identify sources of ignition, fuel and oxygen, and how these are controlled. Identify active and passive fire risk control measures, including fire and smoke warning devices, manual call points, compartmentation, emergency lighting, fire safety signs and means of escape. Identify fire incidents and report fire safety issues to their line manager. C. Practical fire safety Candidates should develop knowledge of the main types of fire safety equipment and be able to: State the safe operating parameters for the use of portable fire-fighting equipment. Undertake a simple check to ensure that fire safety equipment is serviceable and safe to use.

9 Additional information about specific courses: CIEH Level 2 Award: Fire Safety Principles (Fire Warden) VAT One Course OFQUAL accredited course (requiring a minimum 60% pass mark) A. Understanding fire risk and fire risk controls Candidates should develop knowledge and understanding of fire risk and control and be able to: Explain how fires are caused in the workplace, understand the fire triangle that may be found in the workplace. Identify the hazards during or after a fire, including the products of combustion. Describe the characteristics of fire and smoke spread. State the different methods used to identify and control fire hazards and identify relevant limiting factors. Define the term 'means of escape' and identify typical components, including the principle of compartmentation. Describe methods of fire detection and raising the alarm. Describe how fires are extinguished and the safe operating parameters and use of portable fire-fighting equipment. Identify common fixed fire-fighting systems and their operation. B. Principles and practice of fire safety Candidates should develop knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of fire safety and be able to: Outline the main legislation in the UK for the management of fire safety in the workplace and key terminology used. Outline the legal duties of an employer and an employee with respect to fire safety in the workplace. Describe the stages involved in a fire risk assessment. Understand how to undertake a simple fire safety inspection of their workplace to an acceptable level. C. The role of the fire warden Candidates should develop knowledge and understanding of the role of the nominated fire warden and be able to: State the role and function of the fire warden in their workplace. Provide an induction briefing for new employees in their area of responsibility to ensure that those people know. For course delivery dates for Level 2, please refer to Fire Warden 1.0 dates, these deliveries incorporate the CIEH Level 2 Award.

10 Additional information about specific courses: CIEH Level 3 Award: Fire Risk Assessment and Control VAT Three Course OFQUAL accredited course (requiring a minimum 60% pass mark). A. The importance of fire safety in the workplace Candidates should understand the importance of fire safety in the workplace and be able to: Describe the costs of workplace fires to employers, employees and society. Understand current legislation and common law duties for fire safety. Outline how legislation is enforced and penalties for non-compliance. B. Principles of fire risk assessment Candidates should understand the reasons for using a fire risk assessment and the principles involved and be able to: State what is meant by the term fire risk assessment and outline different approaches. Explain the benefits of carrying out a fire risk assessment. Describe the stages involved in a typical fire risk assessment. Describe the necessary competence and skills of a Fire Risk Assessor. Identify when risks demand advice and support from specialist parties. Give examples of personnel who may be involved in a fire risk assessment programme and state useful sources of internal documentation. State sources of external advice and information. C. Fire risk assessment in practice: fire risks and controls Candidates should understand how to link the principles of risk assessment to practical examples of workplaces and activities and be able to: Identify a range of workplace fire hazards and describe appropriate control measures. Describe the characteristics of fire classes and the risks posed by different types of fire. Identify the hazards that occur during or after a fire. Describe the principles of heat transfer and fire spread in a building. Identify common hazards that require special consideration and their controls, including: flammable substances electricity and gas machinery arson. (continued)

11 Additional information about specific courses: CIEH Level 3 Award: Fire Risk Assessment and Control VAT Three Course C. (continued) Identify people who may be at risk from fire, while in the workplace or when trying to escape from it, especially disabled or vulnerable employees or visitors. Explain typical human behaviour in an emergency situation. State how the extent of fire risks can be measured and describe at least one method for rating or prioritising fire risks. D. Fire risk assessment in practice: assessing fire risk controls Candidates should understand how fire safety controls are used in the workplace and be able to: Determine if current control measures are suitable and sufficient in order to select and/or recommend additional measures as required, especially in terms of: passive control measures active control measures access and facilities for the fire service. E. Fire risk assessment in practice: application of findings Candidates should understand how to use the findings gained from a fire risk assessment to improve the safety of the workplace and be able to: State the necessity of, and procedures for, recording, monitoring and revising fire risk assessments. Outline arrangements for communicating the findings of the fire risk assessment to relevant parties, including employees and the fire and rescue service. F. Undertaking a fire risk assessment Candidates should understand how to apply their knowledge of fire risk and control in a practical setting and be able to: Undertake a fire risk assessment in a low-risk environment, demonstrating the ability to analyse a situation, collect information and make appropriate judgements and records.

12 Course Booking Form Please complete a course booking form (refer to next page)

13 Course Booking Form This form is also available online at We accept photocopies of this form. I / We wish to book the following course(s): Course Date Course Delegate(s) Client / Delegate Contact Details Please supply all delegate names on a separate page if necessary Name: Company Name: Address: Postcode: Phone: This booking form constitutes a legally binding contract. Clients and Delegates are jointly and severally liable for payment of all the fees due to RBFTRL. To the extent permitted by law, neither RBFTRL nor its presenters will be liable by reason of breach of contract, negligence or otherwise for any loss or consequential loss occasioned to any person acting omitting to act or refraining from acting in reliance upon the course material or presentation of the course or, except to the extent that any such loss does not exceed the price of the course, arising from or connected with any error or omission in the course material or presentation of the course. Consequential loss shall be deemed to include, but is not limited to, any loss of profits or anticipated profits, damage to reputation or goodwill, loss of business or anticipated business, damages, costs, expenses incurred or payable to any third party or any other indirect or consequential losses. The Client agrees to indemnify and keep indemnified RBFTRL in respect of any expense liability loss damage demand or proceedings whatsoever arising under statute or at common law in respect of personal injury or damage to any property real or personal insofar as such injury or damage arises out of or in the course of or by provision of the course except to the extent that the same is due to any act or neglect of RBFTRL or of any person for whom RBFTRL is responsible. We confirm we have read and accept of the Standard Conditions of Sale of Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue (Training) Limited. Payment must be made in full no less than 5 days prior to course commencement or delegates may be prevented from attending. Please provide a purchase order number or reference for this booking Signed: Purchase Order / Reference: Invoice Address: (if different from above) N.B. Bookings cannot be confirmed until this booking form has been signed and received by RBFR(T)L Post to: Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Training Ltd, Learning & Development Centre, 270 Whitley Wood Road, Reading RG2 8FS or scan and to: info@train4fire.com Payment methods Invoice: Will be sent 1 month prior to booking date and is payable before the training commences. Make cheques payable to: Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue (Training) Limited Credit Card: Facilities are available please phone BACS: Details will be confirmed on invoice RBFTRL are committed to equality and opportunity for all

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15 Venue Information Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue (Training) Ltd Learning & Development Centre Whitley Wood Fire Station 270 Whitley Wood Road Reading Berkshire RG2 8FS Holiday Inn (Reading) South M4 Junction 11 Basingstoke Road Reading Berkshire RG2 0SL A329 A4155 A329 A4 LONDON ROAD A4 to Maidenhead & Slough A4 A4 to M4 JCT 12 & Newbury BERKELEY AVENUE A33 SOUTHAMPTON STREET A327 A327 Public Transport By Bus Use any of the following bus services: to Greenpark 4-6 to Worton Grange 9 to Whitley Wood Road (M4 East) Basingstoke A33 Ind. Estate All other routes A33 By Rail Approximately minutes taxi ride. For information on train operators and times phone National Rail Enquiries on Reading A33 Madejski Stadium & Hotel Complex Green Park Worton Grange Business Park M4 West to Swindon, Bristol & South Wales Holiday Inn MADEJSKI STADIUM Reading (Cen. & S) Basingstoke A33 11 South Wales Newbury Reading (E) A33 M4 READING RELIEF ROAD A33 to Basingstoke & M3 JCT 6 ACRE ROAD READING ROAD BENNET ROAD A33 HOLIDAY INN BUS BASINGSTOKE ROAD LANE B3031 B3031 M4 Junction 11 FIRE STATION WHITLEY WOOD ROAD B3270 WHITLEY WOOD LANE WHITLEY WOOD LANE MAIN ENTRANCE Section Detail FIRE STATION M4 Reading (Cen. & S) Basingstoke A33 11 VERNON CRESCENT SWALLOWFIELD DRIVE South Wales Newbury Reading (W) WHITLEY WOOD ROAD Fire Training Centre M4 East to M25 JCT 15 & London Crown Copyright All content copyright Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue Service. All rights reserved. CIEH logo used with permission. Location map Crown Copyright.

16 Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue (Training) is the commercial trading arm of the Royal Berkshire Fire Authority. Our aim is to actively promote improved fire safety in the business community. We work with private sector companies nationwide delivering professional, high quality training courses to ensure compliance with current legislation. Our courses can take place at our training facilities in Reading, or if preferred at your location anywhere within the UK. Our highly qualified instructors bring a wealth of experience from their fire service careers and their expertise and knowledge of fire behaviour and fire safety is second to none as our testimonials and client base will confirm. All profits and surpluses are returned to the Fire Authority. This contributes to improvements to services to the public and a safer society by reducing the incidence of death, injury and damage to property from fire and other emergencies. Visit our website to find out more, or please call us on to enquire further and discuss your requirements or your enquiry to info@train4fire.com Royal Berkshire Fire and Rescue (Training) Ltd Learning and Development Centre Whitley Wood Road Fire Station 270 Whitley Wood Road Whitley Reading Berkshire RG2 8FS Telephone: info@train4fire.com Web: