Level 1 Award in Basic Fire Awareness
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 1 Award in Basic Fire Awareness program, providing essential knowledge and practical skills to recognize fire hazards, respond to fire emergencies, and apply safe evacuation procedures in the workplace. It emphasizes compliance with fire safety regulations, correct use of firefighting equipment, and personal responsibility in preventing fire incidents.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 1 Award in Basic Fire Awareness |
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| Total Credits | 12 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 120 |
| Qualification Time | 120 |
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Introduction to Fire Safety Reviews the importance of fire awareness, causes of workplace fires, and fire triangle principles.
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Fire Hazards and Risk Identification Explains common fire hazards, ignition sources, and risk assessment basics.
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Classes of Fire and Extinguishing Methods Covers fire classifications (A, B, C, D, F) and appropriate extinguishing agents.
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Fire Detection and Alarm Systems Reviews alarm types, detection devices, and emergency communication.
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Firefighting Equipment and Extinguishers Explains types of extinguishers, correct usage, and limitations.
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Emergency Evacuation Procedures Covers evacuation routes, assembly points, and accountability procedures.
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Roles and Responsibilities in Fire Safety Reviews duties of fire wardens, employees, and management.
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Personal Safety in Fire Situations Explains safe behavior, self‑rescue techniques, and minimizing smoke inhalation risks.
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Regulatory Framework and Compliance Reviews OSHA, NFPA, and local fire safety regulations.
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Practical Fire Safety Demonstration Provides hands‑on training in extinguisher use and evacuation drills.
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Builds foundational competence in fire awareness and emergency response
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Enhances compliance with international and national fire safety standards
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Strengthens skills in hazard recognition, extinguisher use, and evacuation procedures
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Provides tools for personal safety and workplace fire prevention
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Offers recognized certification to support workplace safety requirements
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All employees across industries requiring basic fire safety awareness
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Contractors and service providers working in fire‑risk environments
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Students and early‑career professionals entering industrial or office workplaces
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Individuals preparing for higher‑level fire safety or emergency response training
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Assessment Type: Written exam + practical demonstration
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Format: MCQs, short answers, and extinguisher/evacuation drill
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Total Questions: 30 theory + 1 practical demonstration
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 1 hour (written) + 0.5 day (practical)
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Certification: Level 1 Award in Basic Fire Awareness
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