Mark Burton, Fire Safety Adviser at the University
Fire safety training for designated fire wardens
Date(s): 30 July 2013
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
Presenter : Mark Burton (UHSE Fire Safety Adviser)
About this course:
Maintaining high standards of fire safety is in everyone's interest, it saves lives and ensures that our livelihoods are protected. Why then do we find so many breaches of basic fire safety as we walk around the University? This course will explain the way in which fires start, how the construction of buildings helps prevent fire spreading, why escape routes need to be 'sterile' and what sort of things should never be put in protected stairwells and corridors. The recent SENDA legislation has highlighted the need and importance of identifying means of escape for people with disabilities and this will also be covered in the session.
You will learn
How to identify, report and take action to minimize hazards
Take prompt and effective action in the event of a fire
How to sweep an area and evacuate everyone to a place of safety
Tackle small fires before they become a serious threat
Who should attend this course:
This course is open to designated fire wardens who are prepared to take charge when the fire alarms are sounding.
Resources:
University Health, Safety and Environment Service
Booking:
To book on this course (simply include your name and department and any special requirements you may have). Alternatively, you can call extension 4088.
We assume that if you need permission or agreement to attend this course you will have arranged this before booking.
Courses are scheduled subject to room availability. We will do our best to find rooms but if no rooms are available we may be forced to postpone or cancel the event
