Posted By Malcolm Greenhouse I have just paid for two training sessions from the local fire brigade for fire warden training for up to 15 people per session. The following information was sent which I think will give you a flavour for the course Dress for the day should be casual suitable clothing for wearing under protective clothing. Female students may wish to consider wearing trousers and sensible flat footwear. Would all students please bring a pair of socks to wear under protective fire boots. Students must be capable of lifting a 35 lbs / 15,8 Kilo fire extinguisher Students should be aware that fire and smoke will be present during the realistic fire training. All attendees will be required to sign an indemnity form to declare they are fit, able and willing to undertake the training. The timetable for the day is as follows:- 09:30 09:35 Introduction to the course 09:35 – 11:15 Fire Safety The triangle of combustion Emergency Procedures Fire Extinguisher Theory 11:15 – 12:15 Extinguisher Practical From this I think that it is clear that to perform the training without expert help might be insufficient. Suggest you contact your local brigade or if in the North West I may be able to offer places on our training. Mal Greenhouse Mobile 07947 614466

Posted By shaun mckeever Malcolm It seems a bit over the top to me. The fire marshals role is a daily one monitoring fire safety in the workplace such as making sure exits routes are free from obstruction, staff are familiar with emergency procedures and ensuring that emergency procedures are effective. There is much more but personally I do not see why fire marshals have to eat smoke to learn how to be an effective fire marshal nor do I believe that fire marshals should be specifically the ones trained in the use of fire extinguishers. In an emergency the fire marshals should be co-ordinating the evacuation and then reporting to the fire officer, not tackling the fire.

Posted By Tomek Sladden Hi Jim, what are are from, I may be able to help. I deliver the training myself so have access to various PPP. Tom