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Level 3 Award in Fire Stopping Inspection and Testing

The Level 3 Award in Fire Stopping Inspection and Testing offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in inspecting, testing and verifying passive fire-protection and fire-stopping systems. The programme focuses on compartmentation, fire-stopping materials, inspection methods...

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About this qualification

The Level 3 Award in Fire Stopping Inspection and Testing offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in inspecting, testing and verifying passive fire-protection and fire-stopping systems. The programme focuses on compartmentation, fire-stopping materials, inspection methods, defect identification, testing principles and professional reporting.

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Curriculum

What you'll cover

Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:

  1. Passive Fire Protection Fundamentals
  2. Fire Compartmentation Principles
  3. Fire-Stopping Systems
  4. Fire-Stopping Materials
  5. Penetration Seals
  6. Linear-Joint Seals
  7. Fire-Rated Barriers
  8. Installation Requirements
  9. Fire-Stopping Inspection Procedures
  10. Visual Inspection Techniques
  11. Testing and Performance Evaluation
  12. Fire-Resistance Awareness
  13. Defect Identification
  14. Non-Conformance Reporting
  15. Inspection Documentation
  16. Corrective-Action Verification
  17. Building Fire-Safety Requirements Awareness
Who this qualification is designed for
Audience
Audience

Who it's designed for

This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:

  • Fire-Stopping Inspectors
  • Passive Fire-Protection Personnel
  • Building-Safety and Compliance Officers
  • Fire-Protection Contractors
  • Site Supervisors
  • Individuals developing fire-stopping inspection competence
Benefits of this qualification
Benefits
Benefits

What you'll gain

Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:

  • Develop practical fire-stopping inspection competence.
  • Improve understanding of passive fire-protection systems.
  • Strengthen defect-identification skills.
  • Improve inspection and testing practices.
  • Develop accurate non-conformance reporting.
  • Support effective fire-compartmentation verification.
Assessment

How this qualification is assessed

The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.

  • Assessment Format: Written examination, inspection case study and practical assessment.
  • Total Questions: 40.
  • Passing Score: 60%.
  • Duration: 90 minutes.
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