Level 02 Fire Marshals and Use of Fire Extinguishers

Our Level 02 Award for Fire Marshals and Use of Fire Extinguishers training course is designed to equip delegates with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to fulfil the role of a Fire Marshal (Fire Warden) and help create a safer workplace. Combining fire marshal training with practical fire extinguisher training, this course provides a comprehensive understanding of workplace fire safety, emergency procedures and fire prevention.

Built around Health and Safety Executive (HSE) guidance and National Occupational Standards, it helps your team develop the knowledge and confidence needed to carry out their fire safety duties effectively. Learners benefit from interactive teaching, scenario‑based activities, and use of  VR practical assessment tools that simulate real fire‑fighting conditions safely.

Teaching Method: One Day in-person seminar and activities

Assessment Method: Practical extinguisher assessment using VR toolkit, post-course open book online assessment is due within one month of completing the course.
Location: Preston Training Academy or at your location

Cost: £TBC + VAT

Upon successful completion of this course, learners will:

· Understand workplace fire hazards and associated risks

· Understand how fires can be prevented and controlled

· Understand the principles of fire risk management

· Understand the role and responsibilities of a Fire Marshal

· Identify fire hazards and undertake appropriate actions

· Identify and use the correct portable firefighting equipment

This course covers all essential knowledge and skills required of a competent Fire Marshal:

• Legal responsibilities under UK fire safety law
• How fires start, spread and can be controlled
• Identifying, reporting, and reducing fire hazards
• Actions to take in the event of a fire
• Safe evacuation and crowd management
• Maintenance and safety checks on fire safety equipment
• Types of fire extinguishers and classes of fire
• Safe and effective use of extinguishers

Ask us about tailoring our content to include your own workplace policies and procedures.

This course is relevant to any organisation wishing to support and upskill their Fire Marshals or Fire Wardens and any business who needs to train their staff in the safe selection and use of portable fire extinguishers. Suitable for new starters or experienced personnel seeking a regulated qualification.

No formal prerequisites. A basic awareness of fire safety is helpful but not required.

Learners must demonstrate both knowledge and practical capability:

• Open‑book multiple‑choice assessment completed online after the course
• Practical assessment using the FLAIM VR system, simulating real fire‑fighting scenarios

All assessments align with the official Qualification Specification.

Successful learners receive:

• ProQual Level 2 Award for Fire Marshals including use of Fire Extinguishers
• Delta Fire Training CPD e‑Certificate

These certificates support workplace compliance.