Level 2 Award in Fire Safety
The Level 2 Award in Fire Safety offered by OXQUAL develops foundational competence in workplace fire prevention, fire-risk controls and emergency response. The programme introduces fire science, alarm systems, firefighting equipment and evacuation planning.
About this qualification
The Level 2 Award in Fire Safety offered by OXQUAL develops foundational competence in workplace fire prevention, fire-risk controls and emergency response. The programme introduces fire science, alarm systems, firefighting equipment and evacuation planning.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Fire-Safety Principles
- Fire Science Fundamentals
- Fire Triangle and Combustion
- Ignition Sources
- Fire Hazard Identification
- Fire Risk Controls
- Workplace Fire Prevention
- Fire Detection Systems
- Fire Alarm Systems
- Alarm-System Maintenance Awareness
- Fire Extinguishers
- Firefighting Equipment
- Safe Equipment Use
- Emergency Evacuation Planning
- Fire Drills
- Assembly-Point Management
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Employees with Workplace Fire-Safety Responsibilities
- Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Fire-Safety Support Personnel
- Individuals seeking foundational fire-safety skills
- Learners preparing for advanced fire-safety study
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop essential fire-prevention skills.
- Improve fire-hazard identification.
- Strengthen fire-control awareness.
- Understand fire-detection and alarm systems.
- Improve emergency-evacuation knowledge.
- Prepare for more advanced fire-safety responsibilities.
How this qualification is assessed
The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.
- Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written examination and portfolio review.
- Format: Multiple-choice questions, fire-safety simulations, documentation tasks and oral discussion.
- Total Questions: 40 theory questions plus multiple practical tasks.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 6–10 weeks (100–140 hours).
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