Aim:

This course is designed to prepare individuals for the IFE Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety, aligning with the official syllabus. It focuses on the unique challenges of fire safety in complex environments, such as high-occupancy buildings, high risk buildings and those with long escape routes, hazardous materials, public access areas, and historic structures.

The course delves into both technical aspects, including fire protection systems and equipment, and broader safety management strategies. Upon course completion, candidates can sit the IFE examination. By achieving the Level 4 Certificate in Fire Safety, individuals can meet the academic requirements for Technician Grade (TIFireE) membership at the Institution of Fire Engineers. Additionally, combining this qualification with two other fire-specific IFE Level 4 Certificates enables individuals to meet the academic requirements for Member Grade (MIFireE) and Associate Grade (AIFireE) membership.

The Grenfell Tower Inquiry Phase 2 Report emphasises the critical role of competent fire risk assessors in evaluating complex premises. The IFE Level 4 Fire Safety qualification is specifically designed to equip individuals with the necessary expertise to address the unique challenges posed by such buildings. By focusing on advanced fire safety principles and practices, this qualification ensures that fire risk assessors are well-prepared to identify, assess, and mitigate fire risks in complex environments, ultimately safeguarding lives and property.

Objectives

Candidates who achieve this qualification will be able to evaluate risks in complex buildings, identify and evaluate risk reduction options, determine appropriate solutions, and comment on the design of both new and existing buildings. They will be equipped to address scenarios where traditional fire safety approaches may not suffice, considering factors such as construction, occupancy, and layout. Additionally, they will be able to draw on extensive knowledge of precautions and protection options, including trade-offs and compensatory measures, to make informed decisions

Who should enrol

this course is aimed at

  • Fire Inspectors
  • Fire Safety/Protection Officers working in Fire and Rescue Services
  • Individuals working in areas such as construction, building design and fire safety equipment design and manufacture
  • Fire Risk Assessors
  • Fire/Safety Officers/Managers with responsibility for fire safety

Course content

The course covers the following

  • Fire Safety Systems Design and Application: Explain and apply fire safety systems in complex building design, use, and alteration.
  • Fundamental Fire Safety Concepts: Explain the underlying principles of fire safety in the built environment.
  • Computer Modelling in Fire Engineering: Explain the role of computer modelling in supporting fire engineering decisions.
  • Human Behaviour in Fires: Explain how human behaviour impacts fire safety.
  • Special Needs and Means of Escape: Explain special arrangements for means of escape for individuals with specific needs and assess their implications.
  • Learning from Fire Incidents: Apply lessons from significant fires to assess situations and draw conclusions.
  • Automatic Fire Detection Systems: Describe design, installation, maintenance, operation, and selection of automatic fire detection systems.
  • Fire Extinguishing Systems: Describe design, installation, maintenance, operation, and selection of fire extinguishing systems.
  • Explosion Detection and Control Systems: Describe design, installation, maintenance, operation, and selection of explosion detection and control systems.
  • Other Fire Protection Equipment: Describe and explain the design, installation, maintenance, and operation of other fire protection equipment.
  • Building Plan Interpretation: Interpret building plans.
  • Building Materials and Fire Safety: Explain the use of building materials, their fire behaviour, and implications for fire safety.
  • Structural Fire Safety: Describe structural components, their function, and their impact on fire safety.
  • HVAC Systems and Fire Safety: Describe HVAC systems, their potential impact on fires, and fire suppression methods used in these systems.
  • Mechanized Pedestrian Transport Systems: Describe mechanized pedestrian transport systems, their role in people movement, and implications for fire safety.
  • Modern Construction Risks: Evaluate risks associated with modern construction design and development processes.
  • Fire Risk Assessment: Explain how to assess fire risks in complex premises and environments.
  • Community Fire Safety: Identify and evaluate methods to improve community fire safety and public awareness.
  • Fire Safety Management: Explain and assess the role of fire safety management in large buildings and organizations


Duration

The course attracts 89 hours CPD

Cost

Introductory price £995 plus VAT (£1,194 inc VAT)    Normally £1195 plus VAT)

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https://www.ife.org.uk/Portals/0/Education/2024%20syllabus%20links/new/IFE%20Level%204%20Certificate%20in%20Fire%20Safety.pdf?ver=2024-10-16-123404-583