Fire Warden / Fire Marshal Course
A RoSPA-approved, fully accredited online programme for anyone responsible for fire safety in their workplace — covering hazard control, safe evacuation and your legal duties under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005.
- Level
- Fire warden / marshal
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- Around 60–90 mins
- Modules
- 8 core modules
- Assessment
- Multiple-choice exam
- Pass mark
- Free unlimited retakes
- Certificate
- Digital PDF + printed copy
- Accreditation
- RoSPA · CPD
What is the Fire Warden / Fire Marshal Course?
The Fire Warden Training Course is a RoSPA-approved, fully accredited online programme designed for individuals responsible for fire safety within their workplace. Whether you are an employer, supervisor or appointed fire warden, this course provides the essential knowledge needed to manage fire risks, coordinate safe evacuations and ensure full compliance with UK fire safety legislation.
This training helps you develop the practical skills to identify hazards, control risks and take decisive action in an emergency. It's suitable for all business types and ensures you meet your legal responsibilities under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. In UK workplaces the terms fire warden and fire marshal describe the same role — the duties, syllabus and certificate are identical.
Studied entirely online and at your own pace on any device, you'll receive an instant digital certificate the moment you pass — with a high-quality printed copy posted out the next working day.
What you'll learn
By the end of this fire warden training you'll be able to:
- 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 the different extinguisher types and use them safely
- Follow emergency response and evacuation procedures
- Run fire drills and manage assembly points and roll calls
- Support vulnerable people with Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans
- Help maintain fire safety records and a positive safety culture
Practical, workplace-ready fire warden training
This course walks you through real workplace fire scenarios — spotting hazards, raising the alarm, choosing the right extinguisher and leading a calm, safe evacuation — so you’re confident and compliant from your very first day as a fire warden.
It’s all online and self-paced, with short, easy-to-follow modules you can complete on any device in 60–90 minutes.
Course content
Eight core modules, each focusing on a key area of fire safety. Every module ends with a short review, and you can revisit any topic as often as you need. Tap a module to see what's covered.
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 and who it applies to
- The duties of the "responsible person" and "competent persons"
- The legal requirement for a written fire risk assessment
- Enforcement — notices, unlimited fines and custodial sentences
3The Fire Triangle — How Fires Start and SpreadThe science behind every fire.
What's covered
- The fire triangle — fuel, oxygen and heat
- How removing any one element extinguishes a fire
- 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
- The five 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 sweeping the building
- 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.
As soon as you pass, you can download your digital certificate instantly, and a high-quality printed certificate is posted out the next working day. Your certificate is RoSPA assured and CPD certified, carries a unique ID number and can be presented to employers, insurers and enforcement authorities as evidence of training. There's no expiry date, but we recommend refreshing your training every three years.
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's designed for all industries — offices, schools, construction sites, warehouses, retail, healthcare and hospitality.
Just need general fire safety awareness for all staff? The Fire Safety Awareness Course is the better fit. For hands-on extinguisher confidence, 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 progress in real time
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 for instant access, or get in touch about invoicing and purchase orders on orders of 20 or more.
UK-based support
Our team is on hand to help with enrolments, dashboards and invoicing. Call 0800 852 7729.
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 evacuation coordination, risk assessment duties and the legal obligations of the fire warden role. 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? +
Most learners complete it in 60–90 minutes. It's fully self-paced, so you can work through it in one sitting or over several and pick up where you left off.
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. A digital certificate is issued instantly when you pass, and a printed copy is posted the next working day. It carries a unique ID and has no expiry, though a refresh every 3 years is recommended.
Is it recognised by employers and authorities? +
Yes. The certification is RoSPA approved and CPD accredited, and is widely recognised across the UK by employers, insurers and local authorities.
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? +
If you buy one course you get a Single User Dashboard to complete your own training. If you buy multiple courses you get an Admin Dashboard to assign courses to staff, track progress and download certificates. Dashboard upgrades are free.
Do the course credits expire? +
No — your course credits never expire until they're used. Buy now and assign them to staff whenever you're ready.
Which devices can I use? +
Any device with a modern browser — desktop, laptop, tablet or smartphone. The final multiple-choice assessment must be taken on a laptop or PC.
Start the Fire Warden / Fire Marshal Course today
Instant access, learn at your own pace, and download your RoSPA-accredited certificate the moment you pass — with a printed copy on its way the next working day.