Fire Warden / Fire Marshal Course
RoSPA-approved and CPD-certified online training for designated fire wardens and marshals, covering fire prevention, evacuation and the responsibilities of the role.
- LevelFire warden / marshal
- FormatOnline
- Study paceSelf-paced
- ContentKey topics below
- AssessmentMultiple-choice exam
- RetakesFree unlimited retakes
- CertificatePrintable PDF (download-only)
- ApprovalRoSPA · CPD
What is the Fire Warden / Fire Marshal Course?
The Fire Warden / Fire Marshal Course provides an online introduction to the responsibilities of a designated fire warden. It covers how fires start, prevention measures, evacuation and the part wardens play in workplace fire safety. The course is RoSPA approved and CPD certified.
Use this training alongside your employer’s fire risk assessment, emergency plan and practical instruction. Completing an online course does not by itself establish competence for every premises or fulfil all legal duties. Fire warden and fire marshal are often used interchangeably; the exact responsibilities depend on your workplace.
Study online at your own pace. The learning material can be viewed on a phone or tablet, but you will need a laptop or PC for the final assessment and certificate download. After passing, your printable PDF is available immediately; certificates are not posted.
What you'll learn
The course introduces these areas of fire warden knowledge:
- Understand the duties and legal responsibilities of a fire warden
- Explain how fires start, spread and can be controlled
- Identify fire hazards and assess risk in your workplace
- Recognise common extinguisher types and understand the limits of safe use
- Follow emergency response and evacuation procedures
- Understand the warden’s role in fire drills, assembly points and roll calls
- Understand the need for evacuation arrangements for people who need assistance
- Help maintain fire safety records and a positive safety culture
Understand the fire warden role
Learn about common hazards, raising the alarm, evacuation and extinguisher awareness. Apply that knowledge through your workplace induction, fire drills and any practical training your role requires.
The course is online and self-paced. Study on a phone, tablet or computer, then use a laptop or PC for the assessment and certificate download.
Course content
Explore the key topics below. Your employer should explain how these principles apply to your workplace, its fire risks and its emergency procedures.
1Introduction to Fire SafetyWhy fire safety matters and where the fire warden fits in.
What's covered
- What fire safety means and why it matters to you and your employer
- The real cost of getting it wrong — injury, loss, fines and closure
- Who is responsible for fire safety in the workplace
- An overview of what the rest of the course covers
2Fire Legislation and Employer ResponsibilitiesThe law that applies to you and your business.
What's covered
- The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 in England and Wales
- The duties of the "responsible person" and "competent persons"
- The legal requirement for a written fire risk assessment
- Enforcement — notices, fines and possible prosecution
3The Fire Triangle — How Fires Start and SpreadUnderstanding common fires.
What's covered
- The fire triangle — fuel, oxygen and heat
- How reducing heat, separating fuel or limiting oxygen can interrupt burning
- How fire spreads by conduction, convection, radiation and direct burning
- The most common sources of ignition in the workplace
4Identifying and Managing Fire HazardsSpotting risk before it becomes an incident.
What's covered
- Sources of ignition, fuel and oxygen in the workplace
- Electrical hazards and the safe use of equipment
- Safe storage of flammable materials and waste
- Good housekeeping as a fire prevention measure
5Fire Prevention and Risk ControlReducing risk at source.
What's covered
- Practical measures to reduce, manage and control fire risk
- Safe systems of work and permits for hot works
- Maintaining fire detection, alarms and emergency lighting
- The role of fire safety signage and equipment checks
6Fire Extinguishers — Types and Safe UseThe right extinguisher on the right fire.
What's covered
- The UK fire classes — A, B, C, D and F
- Common extinguisher types — water, foam, CO₂, dry powder and wet chemical
- Matching the correct extinguisher to each class of fire
- The PASS technique and, crucially, when NOT to fight a fire
7Emergency Procedures and Evacuation PlansGetting everyone out safely.
What's covered
- Raising the alarm and means of escape
- Assembly points, roll calls and any safe checks specified in your emergency plan
- Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) for vulnerable people
- Liaising with the fire and rescue service on arrival
8The Role and Responsibilities of the Fire WardenYour duties, day to day and in an emergency.
What's covered
- The day-to-day duties of a fire warden
- Routine fire safety checks and record-keeping
- The warden's role during an emergency evacuation
- Running fire drills and building a positive fire safety culture
Assessment & certificate
To earn your Fire Warden / Fire Marshal certificate, you'll complete a multiple-choice final assessment. If you're not successful first time you can retake it for free, as many times as you need.
When you pass, your printable PDF is immediately available in Your Certificates. Use a laptop or PC to download it; we do not post printed copies. The course is RoSPA approved and CPD certified. Keep the certificate as a completion record, and follow your employer’s requirements for site-specific and refresher training. Certificate images are illustrative samples.
Who is this course for?
This course is for anyone with responsibility for fire safety in the workplace, including:
- Designated Fire Wardens and Fire Marshals
- Health & Safety Officers
- Employers, business owners and team leaders
- Office managers and supervisors
- Anyone wishing to improve workplace fire safety awareness
It provides a general foundation for a range of workplaces. Your employer should add instruction and practical training suited to your premises, equipment and emergency plan.
Just need general fire safety awareness for all staff? The Fire Safety Awareness Course is the better fit. For extinguisher theory and awareness, see the Fire Extinguisher Awareness Course.
Training your team
Buy, assign and manage fire safety training across your whole team — all from one place.
Buy in bulk and save
Discounts apply automatically at checkout and scale with your order. Mix and match different courses across your team — the discount applies to your whole basket.
Assign licences your way
Buy the licences you need now and assign them to staff whenever it suits — add team members by email and they'll get their own login.
Track learner progress
A simple manager dashboard shows who has started, who's in progress and who has passed — so you can follow up before an inspection.
Certificates and audit records
Download every team member's certificate from one account and export a training record for inspections or internal audits.
Flexible payment
Pay by card, or use invoice payment for orders of 20 or more. Course access is arranged after payment.
Friendly support
Our team is on hand to help with enrolments, dashboards and invoicing. Call 0800 852 7229.
Bigger orders = bigger discounts
The more licences you buy, the more you save — and discounts apply across your whole order, including mixed courses.
Discounts are applied automatically at checkout based on your total quantity.
Why train with us
Fire Warden course FAQs
What's the difference between this and the Fire Safety Awareness course? +
This Fire Warden course goes further — it's specifically for people with designated fire safety responsibilities, covering prevention checks, recognising hazards and evacuation coordination. The Fire Safety Awareness course is a general foundation suitable for all employees.
Do I need any prior qualifications? +
No previous training is required. The course is suitable for anyone responsible for fire safety in the workplace, or anyone wishing to take on the fire warden role.
How long does it take? +
The course is self-paced, so completion time depends on how you study and review the material. You can pause and resume, and there is no completion deadline once enrolled.
What happens if I fail the assessment? +
You can retake the multiple-choice assessment free of charge, as many times as you need, until you pass.
Will I get a certificate? +
Yes. When you pass, a printable PDF certificate is available immediately in Your Certificates. Download it on a laptop or PC. Certificates are download-only; we do not post printed copies.
Is it recognised by employers and authorities? +
The certificate records successful completion of the course. Check any specific requirements with your employer or insurer. Your workplace may also require site-specific instruction, drills or practical training.
Can I buy this course for my team? +
Absolutely. Buy multiple licences and you'll get a management dashboard to enrol staff, track progress and download certificates. Bulk discounts apply automatically from 10 seats.
What's the difference between the Single User and Admin Dashboard? +
A Single User Dashboard is for your own training. An Admin Dashboard lets a coordinator add learners, assign courses, view progress and download staff certificates. Contact us if you need help setting up team access.
Do the course credits expire? +
No. Unused course credits never expire, so you can assign them when needed. Once a learner is enrolled, there is no completion deadline.
Which devices can I use? +
You can study the course on a desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone with a modern browser. Use a laptop or PC for the final assessment and certificate download.
Start the Fire Warden / Fire Marshal Course today
Study at your own pace, take the assessment on a laptop or PC, and download your printable PDF certificate after passing. Free unlimited retakes are included.