Fire Safety briefings for UK workplaces.
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What Is Hot Works Training and Do You Need It?
Hot works training covers how to stop welding, cutting, grinding, soldering and torch-on roofing from starting a fire. This guide explains what counts as hot work, what the law and HSE's HSG168 guidance require, how permits and fire watch work, and which training is recognised.
Is Fire Safety Awareness Training Required for All UK Employees?
Article 21 of the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requires every UK employer to give every employee adequate fire safety training at first employment, whenever risks change, and periodically thereafter, during working hours. Enforcement is by fire and rescue authorities and the maximum penalty is an unlimited fine and two years' imprisonment. This guide explains exactly what the law requires and how a 60-minute CPD and Fire Brigade accredited course from learndirect satisfies it.
Do you legally need fire warden training? UK fire warden requirements explained
Fire warden training is legally required in UK workplaces of five or more staff. Here is what the Regulatory Reform Order 2005 demands, how many wardens you need, and what a competent course covers.
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