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FRA Validation Course

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FRA Validation Course

This course is developed and delivered by VTSF Ltd for the IFSM. It is a specialised course designed to enhance your expertise in FRA validation, providing you with the latest knowledge and skills needed to validate fire risk assessments.

Course Overview:
This course focuses on the principles and practices of validating Fire Risk Assessments (FRA). Students will explore the components of an FRA, learn about validation techniques, understand the importance of validation, and engage in activities to apply validation concepts.

 

Course Objectives:
  • Understand the concept of Fire Risk Assessment validation.
  • Identify the components of a good FRA.
  • Learn auditing techniques for validation purposes.
  • Examine the process and importance of validation.
  • Understand how validation can foster continuous improvement.
  • Successfully validate an FRA.
Course Requirements:
This course requires an understanding of the process of fire risk assessment and the components of a good fire risk assessment normally gained via a generic fire risk assessment course.
Tutor Name: David White FIFSM (Life) MIFireE MIIRSM LCGI
Bio:
David White is a renowned fire safety professional who has spent over five decades in the industry. He is a former president and current chairman of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers. Throughout his career, David has been instrumental in promoting and improving fire safety standards in various industries, including healthcare, and education.

 

Course Rules:
  • Understand the concept of Fire Risk Assessment validation.
  • Identify the components of a good FRA.
  • Learn auditing techniques for validation purposes.
  • Examine the process and importance of validation.
  • Understand how validation can foster continuous improvement.
  • Successfully validate an FRA.
Included:
  • Standard Buffet with Refreshments
Accessibility:
If you have any accessibility requirements, please inform [email protected].

Introduction to Fire Strategies Course

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This course is developed and delivered by VTSF Ltd for the IFSM.

Course Overview

This one-day course provides an introduction to fire strategies, focusing on their purpose, components, and significance in the design and construction of buildings in the UK. The course will cover the essentials of what a fire strategy is, who is responsible for its development, and the importance of integrating fire safety measures early in the design and construction phases. The day will conclude with a practical group exercise where participants will review and discuss a basic fire strategy.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

  • Understand the fundamental concepts of a fire strategy and its components.
  • Recognise the importance of fire strategies in building design and occupant safety.
  • Identify the key stakeholders involved in developing and implementing fire strategies.
  • Appreciate the role of drawings and the build stage in the formation of an effective fire strategy.
  • Apply the knowledge gained by analysing and discussing a basic fire strategy in a group setting.
Tutor Bio:

Tutor Name: David White FIFSM (Life) MIFireE MIIRSM LCGI

Bio:
David White is a renowned fire safety professional who has spent over five decades in the industry. He is a former president and current chairman of the Institute of Fire Safety Managers. Throughout his career, David has been instrumental in promoting and improving fire safety standards in various industries, including healthcare, and education.

 

Course Rules:
  • Respect: Respect fellow participants and the instructor. Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment.
  • Engagement: Actively participate in discussions, activities, and group exercises.
  • Cell Phones and Devices: Keep mobile phones and other electronic devices on silent mode during class. Minimise distractions caused by personal devices. If you need to take a call, leave the classroom.
  • Confidentiality: Respect the confidentiality of information shared within the course. Do not disclose sensitive details discussed by participants.
  • Safety: Adhere to safety guidelines during practical exercises. Follow instructions provided by the instructor to ensure personal safety and the safety of others.
  • Compliance: Comply with all course policies and guidelines set forth by the instructor and institution.
Included:
  • Standard Buffet with Refreshments
Accessibility:
If you have any accessibility requirements, please inform [email protected].