Fire Safety Competency Module

This is an offer to support professionals in upskilling in this key area through foundation products and sits alongside our wider portfolio of CPD and training on building and fire safety.

Overview

The tragic incident of the Grenfell Tower fire and its subsequent repercussions have cast significant doubts on the adequacy of the regulatory frameworks and competence of individuals. This has catalysed the development of several legislative changes, most notably the Fire Safety Act 2021 and the Building Safety Act 2022.

Given the heightened emphasis on fire safety in structures, it is paramount that all built environment professionals overseeing the design, construction, & management of buildings involving fire safety measures are not only well-versed with legislative, and standards changes but also meet the escalating standards of competency.

This competency module is designed to equip participants with the skills required to understand fire safety principles, assess fire safety levels in existing buildings and upcoming building projects. Furthermore, it offers insights on how to suggest pragmatic enhancements to counteract potential risks. Additionally, the module will delve into the best practices for fire safety management, drawing lessons from past mishaps and their origins.

Course Structure

Module 1: Fire Safety and Protection

• Part 1 – Introduction to Fire Safety
• Part 2 – Fire protection in buildings 1
• Part 3 – Fire Protection in buildings 2

Module 2: Fire risk assessment and management

• Part 4 – Fire risk assessment/audit
• Part 5 – Building safety management

Trainer

Martin Conlon has been in Building Control for over 50 years. Starting out in local government then lecturing at various educational establishments before becoming a director of an Approved Inspector company in 2000. He has also been Chair of the RICS Building Control Professional Group. In addition, he has assisted a number of countries to develop their own Building Control Regulatory Control system.

Learning outcomes