Level 2 Award in Carrying Out Fire Safety Checks
Why choose the L2 Award?
The objective of this qualification is to provide the knowledge and skills to a range of individuals who have responsibility for undertaking fire safety checks. The qualification is aimed at those within Fire and Rescue Services who are required to identify and report on fire safety issues as part of their role i.e. checking a fire risk assessment is in place and identifying and escalating any fire safety issues.
The aim of a Fire Safety Check is to minimise risk in residential and/or workplaces. Premises subject to fire safety checks covered by this qualification exclude single private dwellings, which are covered by Home Fire Safety Visits.
Those undertaking fire safety checks should identify and report issues and outcomes to specialist fire safety personnel where appropriate.

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Unit 1
Understand requirements for carrying out fire safety checks
Understand hazards and risks associated with the impact of fire
Understand risk assessment and control measures to mitigate risks from fire
Unit 2
Carry out fire safety checks
Be able to prepare for visitors to premises to carry out fire safety checks
Be able to carry out fire safety checks
Be able to report fire hazards and risks following fire safety checks

Learning Options to Suit You
Classroom Virtual
Attend a virtual classroom from the comfort of your home or office over Teams. Includes online course materials (videos, handouts and mock assessments).
In House
Our specialist tutor can deliver the program at your premises in person or virtually if you have a minimum of 6 learners.
FAQ
Are accreditation and examination fees included?
Yes – course accreditation fees and certification fees are included in the course price.
I have a physical disability, what facilities do you have?
Our training centre in Chorley is fully accessible with the main training room located on the ground floor. There is a wheelchair accessible toilet on the ground floor and a wheelchair accessible lift to the first floor.
I have dyslexia, or other needs, is there any support available?
We can make reasonable adjustment to support your specific needs: Policy and Procedure for Access Arrangements, Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration
Is lunch provided?
Yes, within the cost of the course there is a buffet lunch, hot and cold drinks and biscuits for those attending in person.
What payment plan options are available?
If you would prefer to split the payment for this course you can pay in 2 or 3 instalments, as long as the final payment is made before you take the exam. Please call our admin team who can set this up for you.