Fire Prevention

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Fire Prevention

What is Fire Prevention?

The Fire Prevention Training Online course equips learners with the knowledge and skills to reduce fire risks in the workplace. Participants explore how fires start, identify common hazards, and learn preventive measures including proper housekeeping, safe equipment use, and awareness of electrical risks. The course also covers fire prevention plans, tools, and evacuation procedures, ensuring employees can respond confidently and safely in emergencies. By the end of the training, learners understand how to recognize fire hazards, implement prevention practices, and maintain a safer work environment.

Course Overview

Most workplace fires can be prevented with the right knowledge and habits. This Fire Prevention Training course introduces learners to how fires start, the hazards that contribute to fire risks, and the steps employees can take to reduce those risks. The training explains the core principles of fire prevention, from identifying ignition sources to maintaining safe work practices and understanding emergency procedures.

Participants explore fire behavior, common workplace hazards, and the importance of effective fire prevention planning. The course also highlights everyday practices—such as good housekeeping, proper equipment use, and awareness of electrical risks—that play a crucial role in reducing fire incidents. By the end of the course, learners will understand how to recognize dangers, prevent fires, and respond appropriately during fire emergencies.

TOPIC OVERVIEW

Fire prevention is a key component of workplace safety. Understanding how fires ignite, how hazards contribute to fire risks, and how prevention tools and procedures work helps employees maintain a safer environment. This course provides foundational knowledge that supports safe operations, regulatory compliance, and confident emergency response.

COURSE TOPICS

Elements of Fire

  • Understand the three elements required for a fire to start
  • Learn why separating these elements prevents fires

Sources of Fire

  • Identify common ignition sources in the workplace
  • Recognize activities and conditions that increase fire risk

Fire Prevention Plans

  • Learn the purpose of fire prevention plans
  • Understand employee roles and responsibilities

Housekeeping

  • Understand how poor housekeeping contributes to fire hazards
  • Learn best practices for maintaining a safe work area

Electrical Equipment

  • Recognize electrical hazards that can lead to fires
  • Learn safe practices for using and maintaining equipment

Fire Prevention Tools and Practices

  • Identify common fire prevention tools
  • Learn everyday practices that reduce fire risk

Evacuations

  • Understand standard fire drill procedures
  • Learn how to evacuate safely during a fire emergency
COURSE DURATION

This online Fire Prevention Training course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. Learners may start, pause, and resume the course at any time.

PASS MARK

A passing score of 80% is required to successfully complete the course. Learners have up to three attempts to achieve a passing grade. Quizzes are included throughout the training, and a downloadable student manual is provided for additional support.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

Upon successful completion, learners can download and print a digital certificate of completion for their records.

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Duration

Average Completion Time

The average completion time is 30 minutes. Individual times will vary depending how long is spent on each module.

Testing

Knowledge Assessment

Testing is included to reinforce the training. You are allowed three attempts to achieve a passing mark of 80% or greater.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Upon successful completion of this course, a certificate will be safely stored on your account and is available to download & print.

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