Course Overview

The IFSMC Fire Marshal Course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge, authority, and practical tools to act as designated Fire Marshals or Fire Safety Coordinators in the workplace.
This course covers proactive fire prevention, evacuation planning, fire drills, equipment checks, and emergency leadership, ensuring your organization remains compliant with international fire safety legislation and best practices.

Fire Marshals play a crucial role in maintaining fire safety readiness and managing real-time emergency situations, making this training vital for high-risk or heavily populated work environments.

Learning Objectives

Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the legal duties and responsibilities of a Fire Marshal.
• Identify workplace fire hazards and implement effective control measures.
• Lead and assist with evacuations during fire drills and real emergencies.
• Coordinate fire safety procedures and reporting systems.
• Conduct fire safety inspections and maintain fire safety equipment readiness.
• Support the fire safety culture of the organization.

Reference

This course is aligned with the following standards and guidelines:

• UK Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• NFPA 101: Life Safety Code
• BS 9999: Code of Practice for Fire Safety in the Design, Management and Use of Buildings
• OSHA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart E – Means of Egress
• IFSMC Fire Safety Operational Guidelines

Course Outline

Introduction to Fire Safety and Marshal Duties

• Overview of fire marshal responsibilities
• Legal framework and organizational duties

Fire Behavior and Risk Awareness

• How fires start and spread
• Fire hazard recognition

Emergency Procedures and Evacuation Protocols

• Fire action plans and escape route planning
• Assisting disabled or vulnerable persons

Fire Drills and Communication

• Planning and executing fire drills
• Alarm activation and communication with response teams

Firefighting Equipment and Inspection

• Types of extinguishers and fire systems
• Visual inspections and reporting

Post-Incident Responsibilities

• Recordkeeping, investigations, and debriefing

Practical Exercise

• Fire marshal role play in evacuation scenario
• Fire extinguisher demonstration

Why Choose This Course?

• Combines theory, legal context, and hands-on practical training
• Meets international compliance standards
• Boosts workplace emergency readiness and leadership capacity
• Suitable for all types of organizations and risk levels

Who Should Enrol?

This course is ideal for:

• Appointed Fire Marshals and Wardens
• HSE Officers and Coordinators
• Safety Managers and Site Supervisors
• Facilities Managers
• Anyone responsible for fire emergency leadership in the workplace