Theory and practical training
Fire safety awareness and fire extinguisher training
Fire hazards include heat, smoke and toxic gases, which can have very serious consequences for the health and lives of the people exposed. The best way to prevent injury and loss of life is to prevent fire in the first place.
- Training provider
- TEKNIKU SH.P.K.Business ID: 810232851 · Lugbunar, Gjakovë
- Authorisation
- AME–MPB nr. 168/02Fire protection training
- Format
- Theory + practical exercisesAt the client's premises or at TEKNIKU
The elements of a fire prevention plan, including measures to prevent fire.
The requirements for escape routes and emergency exits.
Basic evacuation instructions and how to use a portable extinguisher.
Fire classes, types of portable extinguisher and the workplace requirements for them.
Introduction
Why is training important?
Fires destroy property, cause injuries and take lives. A fire in the workplace can even close a business – many companies badly damaged by fire never reopen. One of the main strategies for a safe workplace is fire safety training.
With the right training, workers can eliminate hazards and react quickly and effectively if a fire breaks out. Without training, a small incident can quickly grow into an event with devastating consequences.
Everyone is at risk if a fire breaks out, but some workers are at higher risk because of their hours or workplace, or because they do not yet know the premises and equipment.
Who it is for
- Workers and administrative staff in every sector
- People responsible for safety, and evacuation teams
- Shift workers or workers in areas with a higher fire risk
- New employees who do not yet know the premises and equipment
Course structure
- 01Identifying fire hazards
- 02Fire risk assessment
- 03Preventing fires in the workplace
- 04What to do if a fire breaks out
- 05Fire classes and fire extinguishers
- 06Practical use of fire extinguishers
Workers learn how to recognise hazards, carry out a risk assessment, prevent fire in the workplace and react if a fire occurs.
Module 1
Identifying fire hazards
The course starts with the basic properties of fire. Every fire starts when heat (the ignition source) comes into contact with fuel (anything that burns) in the presence of oxygen – the fire triangle.
Heat
Cooling removes the heat.
Fuel
Removing materials removes the fuel.
Oxygen
Smothering removes the oxygen.
To prevent fire, the aim is to keep ignition sources away from fuel. To put it out, it is enough to remove one of the three elements.
Module 2
Fire risk assessment
A risk assessment helps identify what the workplace must do to prevent fire and keep people safe. The assessment looks at:
- 01Escape routes and emergency exits
- 02Fire detection and warning systems
- 03Firefighting equipment
- 04Removal or safe storage of hazardous substances
- 05The emergency evacuation plan
- 06The needs of vulnerable people
- 07Communication with employees and other people on site
- 08Staff fire safety training
This assessment is the first step in identifying the hazards, the people at risk and how effective the control measures are. With this information, the employer can improve safety plans and organise the right training.
Module 3
Preventing fires in the workplace
The course teaches workers how to prevent fires through simple but effective measures in their daily work:
Keep the workplace clean
Rubbish acts as fuel and can block exits.
Smoke only in designated areas
Put out cigarette ends safely.
Mark the hazards
Use visible signs and display emergency numbers.
Maintain machinery
Cleaning and lubrication prevent overheating.
Oily rags
Put them in metal containers with lids.
Electrical faults
Repaired only by qualified people.
Electrical cables
Do not run them under carpets or near heat sources.
Electrical panels
Always keep them accessible and unobstructed.
Chemicals
Read the safety data sheets (MSDS) and ensure enough ventilation.
Explosive atmospheres
Beware of static sparks in areas with flammable vapours or dust.
Do not block equipment
Extinguishers, hydrants, sprinklers and exits must always be kept clear.
Know your extinguishers
Know where they are and which type to use.
Module 4
What to do if a fire breaks out
Through the course, workers learn:
- 01The company's emergency plan and their role in it
- 02How to raise the fire alarm
- 03To leave immediately, closing doors behind them
- 04Where the assembly points outside the building are
- 05How to put out a small fire with a portable extinguisher
Evacuation drills (simulations) are essential for finding weaknesses in the plan and building employees' confidence.
Module 5
Fire classes and fire extinguishers
Under the European standard EN 2, fires are divided into classes by the material that is burning. The right agent is used for each class:
| Class | What is burning | Suitable extinguishers |
|---|---|---|
| A | Solid materials – wood, paper, textiles, plastics | ABC powder · Foam (Vala e Gjelbërt) · Wet chemical |
| B | Flammable liquids – petrol, diesel, paints, solvents | ABC powder · CO₂ · Foam |
| C | Flammable gases – natural gas, propane, butane | ABC powder (after the gas supply is shut off) |
| D | Flammable metals – magnesium, aluminium, sodium | Special metal-fire powder |
| F | Cooking oils and fats – oils in kitchens | Wet chemical (Vala e Verdhë) · Vala e Gjelbërt (40 F) |
Fires in live electrical equipment: CO₂ and powder extinguishers, up to 1,000 V and from at least 1 metre away. Never use water on cooking-oil fires or on live electrical equipment.
Module 6
Practical use of fire extinguishers
Portable extinguishers are only for small, contained fires (e.g. a burning waste bin). Untrained workers should not try to put out a fire. In the practical part, participants use real extinguishers on a controlled fire, supervised by TEKNIKU instructors.
- 1Pull
the extinguisher's safety pin.
- 2Aim
at the base of the fire, not the flames.
- 3Squeeze
the valve lever slowly and evenly.
- 4Sweep
the jet from side to side across the base of the fire until it is out.
Do not fight the fire if:
- The fire is large or spreading.
- Your escape route could be blocked.
- You are not trained or not sure about the type of extinguisher.
- The area is full of smoke.
First call the emergency services (112), make sure others are evacuating and always keep your way out behind you.
Everyone is responsible for preventing fire. Besides the risk to life, a major fire can close a business and cost jobs. Cooperation and comprehensive training greatly reduce that risk.
Arrange training with TEKNIKU
The course is tailored to your type of business and the risks of your premises.