The role and responsibilities of the first warden

Assess situations in order to act safely and effectively

Recognise how fires are caused in the workplace

Identify the components of the fire triangle and hazards during or after a fire

Recognise the characteristics of fire and smoke spread

Recognise the different methods used to identify and control fire hazards

Recognise the definition of ‘means of escape’ in relation to fire hazards

Identify typical components for means of escape from fire hazards

Recognise methods of fire detection and raising the alarm

Identify the principle of how fires are extinguished

Recognise how portable fire-fighting equipment should be used safely

Identify common fixed fire-fighting systems and where they might be used

 Recognise the duties of employers and employees with respect to fire safety in the workplace

Identify how to undertake a simple fire safety inspection in the workplace and the stages involved in a fire risk assessment