Fire Safety Awareness Course
A RoSPA-approved foundation in fire safety for all employees — how fires start, how to prevent them, and what to do in an emergency. Ideal for any workplace.
- Level
- Awareness · all staff
- Format
- Online
- Duration
- ~60 minutes
- 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 Safety Awareness Course?
The Fire Safety Awareness Course is a RoSPA-approved, fully accredited online training programme designed to give learners a strong foundation in fire safety. Ideal for all employees, it helps you understand how fires start, how to prevent them, and what actions to take in an emergency — whether you work in an office, warehouse, retail store, school or construction site.
It supports your legal responsibilities under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and promotes a safer working environment for everyone. UK law requires all employers to provide adequate fire safety instruction to employees, and failure to comply can result in fines and prosecution.
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 safety awareness training you'll be able to:
- Understand why fire safety matters in every workplace
- Explain how fires start, spread and can be controlled
- Identify common fire hazards and reduce the risk of fire
- Recognise your duties under UK fire safety legislation
- Know the main types of fire extinguisher and when each is used
- Respond correctly to a fire alarm and evacuate safely
- Understand fire safety signage and emergency equipment
- Take personal responsibility for fire safety at work
Fire safety awareness for every employee
Build a solid foundation in workplace fire safety — how fires start, how to prevent them, the main fire hazards, and exactly what to do when the alarm sounds — so everyone on your team knows how to stay safe.
Ideal for all staff, it takes around an hour and works on a desktop, tablet or phone.
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 to you and your workplace.
What's covered
- What fire safety means and why it matters to every employee
- The real cost of getting it wrong — injury, loss, fines and closure
- Why all staff have a part to play in preventing fire
- An overview of what the rest of the course covers
2Causes and Spread of FireThe 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 causes of fire in the workplace
3Fire Safety LegislationThe law that applies to you and your employer.
What's covered
- The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and who it applies to
- The duties of the employer and the "responsible person"
- What employees must do to support fire safety at work
- Enforcement — notices, unlimited fines and prosecution
4Fire Prevention and ControlStopping fires before they start.
What's covered
- Identifying common fire hazards in the workplace
- Electrical safety and the safe use of equipment
- Safe storage of flammable materials and waste
- Good housekeeping as a fire prevention measure
5Fire Extinguishers and Their UsesThe 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 when it is safe to tackle a fire
6Fire Procedures and EvacuationGetting everyone out safely.
What's covered
- How to raise the alarm and respond when you hear one
- Means of escape and using the nearest safe exit
- Assembly points, roll calls and not re-entering the building
- Why lifts must not be used during an evacuation
7Fire Safety Signage and EquipmentReading the signs and knowing the kit.
What's covered
- The meaning of fire safety signs and their colours and shapes
- Fire exit, escape route and assembly point signage
- Fire alarms, call points, detectors and emergency lighting
- Keeping escape routes, signs and equipment clear and accessible
8Personal Responsibilities in Fire SafetyYour part in keeping everyone safe.
What's covered
- Your legal duty to take reasonable care under fire safety law
- Reporting fire hazards, faults and near misses
- Co-operating with your employer's fire safety arrangements
- Helping to build a positive fire safety culture at work
Assessment & certificate
To earn your Fire Safety Awareness 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 suitable for employees in any workplace who need a solid foundation in fire safety, including:
- Office and retail employees
- Warehouse and factory workers
- School and childcare staff
- Healthcare and care home employees
- Supervisors and team leaders
- Anyone wanting to improve their fire safety awareness
It's designed for all industries — offices, schools, construction sites, warehouses, retail, healthcare and hospitality.
Need training for staff with designated fire safety duties? The Fire Warden / Fire Marshal 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 Safety Awareness course FAQs
What's the difference between this and the Fire Warden / Fire Marshal course? +
This Fire Safety Awareness course is a general foundation suitable for all employees, covering how fires start, how to prevent them and what to do in an emergency. The Fire Warden / Fire Marshal course goes further for people with designated fire safety responsibilities, covering evacuation coordination, risk assessment duties and the legal obligations of the warden role.
Do I need any prior qualifications? +
No previous training is required. The course is suitable for all employees in any workplace and assumes no prior knowledge of fire safety.
How long does it take? +
Most learners complete it in around 60 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.
Is this certificate recognised by UK insurers? +
Yes — RoSPA and CPD accreditation are widely accepted by insurers as evidence of staff fire-safety training compliance.
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 Safety Awareness 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.