Fire Warden (Marshal) Course

Workplace Fire Safety Knowledge: Build a strong understanding of fire prevention, fire hazards, and the steps needed to support safer working environments.

Confidence In Emergency Response: Learn how to respond calmly and effectively during a fire incident, including evacuation procedures and fire marshal responsibilities.

Legal Compliance Support: Strengthen your understanding of workplace fire safety duties and help your organisation meet its responsibilities under UK fire safety legislation.

Practical Fire Extinguisher Awareness: Gain practical knowledge of extinguisher types, fire classifications, and when extinguisher use may be appropriate and safe.

Improved Evacuation Management: Understand how to assist with emergency plans, evacuation routes, assembly points, and the safe movement of people during an incident.

Stronger Safety Culture: Help promote greater awareness of fire safety across your organisation by supporting prevention, preparedness, and good communication.

Useful For A Wide Range Of Workplaces: Apply your learning across offices, industrial sites, schools, healthcare environments, retail premises, and other commercial settings.

The Fire Marshal (Warden) Course is designed for candidates who have responsibility for supporting fire safety arrangements in the workplace. It provides a practical introduction to the role of the fire marshal, including fire prevention, emergency response, evacuation coordination, and awareness of fire extinguisher use. For employers, it helps ensure designated personnel are better prepared to support safe evacuation procedures and contribute to a safer, more compliant workplace.

This fire warden training is suitable for employees appointed as fire marshals or fire wardens, as well as supervisors, managers, team leaders, and anyone involved in workplace emergency procedures.

Introduction To Fire Marshal Training

Why fire safety matters, fire safety law, enforcement, employer duties, fire warden responsibilities, how many fire wardens a business may need, and preparing for the role.

Understanding Fire

The fire triangle, classes of fire, dangerous substances, hazard labelling and packaging, and safety data sheets.

Fire Risk Assessment

What a fire risk assessment is and the key principles and definitions that support effective fire safety management.

Fire Safety Arrangements

Fire prevention measures, fire detection and warning systems, fire extinguishers, fire blankets, and responsibilities linked to machinery and electrical equipment.

Evacuation Routes And Signs

Requirements for evacuation routes, emergency lighting, and workplace fire signage.

Emergency Plans, Evacuation Procedures And Fire Drills

Fire emergency plans, evacuation procedures, arrangements for vulnerable persons, fire warden duties during evacuations, and fire drills.

Classification And Use Of Fire Extinguishers

Understanding fire classes and the different extinguisher types used for different fire risks.

The method of assessment is a two-step journey:

Step 1. Multiple Choice Exam

Candidates complete the classroom-based theory element of the course and then undertake a short written or multiple-choice assessment to confirm understanding.

Step 2. Practical Element

The practical element includes demonstration and discussion around extinguisher types and fire safety signs within the workplace or training environment.

What Is A Fire Marshal Course?

A fire marshal course provides training for people responsible for supporting fire safety in the workplace. It covers fire prevention, emergency procedures, evacuation responsibilities, and awareness of extinguisher use.

How Long Does The Fire Marshal Course Take?

The Fire Marshal (Warden) Course is typically delivered over one day, making it a practical option for workplaces needing compliant fire safety training without lengthy time away from work.

What Does Fire Marshal Training Cover?

The course covers workplace fire hazards, fire prevention, legal responsibilities, fire risk awareness, emergency procedures, evacuation routes, fire signage, and the classification and safe awareness-based use of extinguishers.

Is Fire Marshal Training A Legal Requirement?

Employers must ensure they have suitable fire safety arrangements in place and enough competent people to assist in implementing emergency procedures. Training designated fire marshals or fire wardens is an important part of meeting those responsibilities.

Do I Get A Certificate After Completing The Course?

Yes. Successful candidates receive a certificate confirming completion of the fire marshal training course.

How Often Should Fire Warden Training Be Refreshed?

Fire marshal training is commonly refreshed every three years, although some organisations choose earlier refresher training depending on workplace risks, staff changes, or changes to procedures.

Can This Fire Marshal Course Be Delivered On-Site?

Yes. Acadame can deliver fire marshal training onsite nationwide, which is especially useful where training can be aligned to your building layout, fire procedures, and workplace risks.

What Is The Difference Between Fire Marshal Training And Fire Risk Assessor Training?

A fire marshal course focuses on workplace fire safety awareness, evacuation support, and emergency responsibilities. A fire risk assessor or more advanced fire safety qualification goes into greater detail on fire risk management, legislation, and formal assessment processes.

What Training Should I Take After A Fire Marshal Course?

If you need a broader or more advanced understanding of fire safety management, the NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety is a strong next step. If your role involves emergency response more generally, Emergency First Aid at Work is also a useful addition.