Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety (Fire Inspectors)
Why choose the Diploma?
This qualification is an enhanced level 4 and includes the units within the Level 4 Certificate. It is a combination of specialist fire safety areas including:
- Premises under construction, demolition or alteration
- Fire safety regulation including enforcement and prosecution
- Fire safety building regulations and guidance
It is aimed at those in an enforcing role and those from the private sector in roles such as Facilities Management or Building Control Officers.
Course Content
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Learning options
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Whats involved?
The qualification is made up of 4 mandatory modules incorporating the three modules that make up the Level 4 Certificate, plus one optional module ‘Drafting Enforceable Documents’. The total duration is a minimum of 25 days classroom training plus self study and distance learning equivalent.
Level 4 Certificate (15 days plus self study)
Module 1: Principles of Fire Safety
Module 2: Auditing Complex Premises
Module 3: Regulated and Licensed Venues
Module 4: Building & CDM Regulations (10 days plus self study)
- The Building Act and Building Regulatons
- Statutory consultation procedure
- Means of warning and escape
- Provision for disabled persons
- Fire spread: linings and structure
- External fire spread
- Building boundary and separation calculations
- Access and facilities for the fire service
- Construction (Design & Management) Regulations 2015
- Fire safety on construction sites
Optional - Module 5: Investigation, Enforcement and Prosecution (distance learning)
- The range of enforcement, investigation powers and options
- Identifying offences
- Collecting supporting evidence
- Taking witness and evidence statements
- Contemporaneous notes
- Questioning and listening skills
- Collating evidence into a legal battle
- Investigators witness statement
- Continuity and admissibility of evidence
- Reporting on offences
- Liaison with other stakeholders
- Presenting evidence and experiencing cross examination in court simulation
- Requirements and best practice for drafting and serving statutory enforcement documents
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).
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.
Compass Delivery Model
Blending academic and corporate environments
eLearning
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Virtual and classroom learning
Prefer to have an experienced tutor guide you through the course whilst also benefitting from meaningful peer discussions? Choose a virtual or hybrid classroom experience.