This RoSPA-assured Fire Extinguisher Inspection Training course prepares users to conduct compliant fire extinguisher inspections.
This multi-module course explains how to visually inspect fire extinguishers as required by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. It covers different extinguisher types, components and inspection procedures, with a walkthrough of a complete visual inspection.
The course also comes with a digital fire extinguisher inspection checklist. Users can follow the e-checklist to ensure inspections are thorough and recorded for compliance.
Minimum requirements, ratings and sizes of fire extinguishers
Pass/fail criteria for a visual inspection of a fire extinguisher
Post-inspection actions and reporting
Fire classes and which extinguishers to use against them
Course Approval Body
Assured by RoSPA
This course is assured by the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA).
The course certificate includes:
User name
Company name
Course name
Date of completion
Expiry date
Name of the approval body
A RoSPA-assured certificate will be available for download and printing instantly upon course completion.
Users must complete an assessment before earning their certification.
The end-of-course test is:
Fully online
Multiple choice
A score of 80% is required to pass. The assessment can be repeated as many times as needed to achieve a passing score.
Fire Extinguisher Inspection e-Checklist
This online course comes with a free e-Checklist to facilitate a fire extinguisher inspection. The digital checklist systematically works through the pass/fail criteria that should be applied to an extinguisher during an inspection.
E-checklists can be accessed via any device. They are automatically recorded. Repeat inspections can be accessed via QR codes affixed to extinguishers.
Note – This offer is for one fire extinguisher inspection licence per trainee who completes this course. This e-Checklist licence is for their use and cannot be transferred or shared by other users.
Terms and conditions apply – access to this e-Checklist is for 12 months from purchase.
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Why Is Fire Extinguisher Inspection Training Important?
Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, all workplaces must have suitable firefighting equipment on-site. To fulfil this requirement, a minimum of two Class A fire extinguishers are needed. The number and range of extinguishers required increase with the workplace’s size and risk level.
Every fire extinguisher must be inspected regularly and confirmed to be in efficient working order. These inspections must be carried out by trained, competent people.
Businesses face heavy fines if inspection dates are missed or non-compliant. Poorly maintained fire extinguishers can also fail in an emergency, putting property and lives at avoidable risk.
This online fire extinguisher training course provides the necessary understanding to carry out visual inspections of fire extinguishers and confirm equipment is compliant.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fire extinguisher inspection is a systematic assessment carried out to ensure that fire extinguishers are in efficient working order and ready for use in a fire emergency.
Fire extinguishers should be visually inspected at least once a month. More frequent inspections may be necessary if extinguishers are exposed to harsh conditions, such as high temperatures or rough handling.
Extinguishers should also undergo a full inspection annually and extended service every five to ten years.
Completing a fire extinguisher inspection course provides users with the knowledge and skills to visually inspect fire extinguishers. Having a trained inspector on staff promotes safety, supports compliance and can eliminate the cost of external inspections.
To conduct a fire extinguisher inspection, follow a fire extinguisher inspection checklist. Check for visible damage, ensure the pressure gauge is within the recommended range, confirm the safety pin is intact, and verify the inspection tag is current. Additionally, examine the nozzle and hose for obstructions. Regular inspections help ensure fire extinguishers are functional and ready for use in case of emergencies.
This online fire inspection course in based on four modules:
Overview – covering the legal duties of inspection and extinguisher basics
Compliance Standards – covering specification requirements of extinguishers
Inspection Criteria – covering the various components and requirements
Inspection Walkthrough – which takes you step by step through an inspection
This Fire Extinguisher Inspection Training course is designed for fire wardens and facilities managers who have fire safety duties. It’s also suitable for building managers and small business owners who are responsible for fire safety on their premises.
The fire extinguisher inspection training course is priced at £150 plus VAT. Discounts are available for bulk purchases. Speak to our pleasant sales staff to learn more.
This Fire Extinguisher Inspection Training course takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to complete. The course can be finished in one sitting or completed one section at a time.
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