Level 5 Diploma in Fire Safety & Risk Management
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HiQual UK delivers the Level 5 Diploma in Fire Safety & Risk Management program, designed to provide advanced knowledge and leadership skills for professionals responsible for fire safety, risk assessment, and compliance in complex environments. It emphasizes strategic fire risk management, regulatory compliance, and leadership in safety culture. Participants will gain the competence to act as senior fire safety specialists, ensuring organizational resilience and adherence to international fire safety standards.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Level 5 Diploma in Fire Safety & Risk Management |
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| Total Credits | 160 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 480 |
| Qualification Time | 1600 |
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Principles of Fire Science & Fire Behavior Advanced understanding of combustion, fire dynamics, and spread in varied environments.
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Fire Safety Legislation & Regulatory Compliance National and international codes, NFPA, OSHA, and local fire safety laws.
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Fire Risk Assessment & Management Strategies Advanced methodologies for identifying, evaluating, and mitigating fire risks.
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Fire Detection & Alarm Systems Design, inspection, and integration of detection and alarm technologies.
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Fire Suppression Systems & Extinguishing Methods Sprinklers, gaseous systems, foam, and portable extinguishers in complex settings.
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Emergency Planning & Evacuation Procedures Developing, testing, and auditing emergency response and evacuation plans.
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Human Behavior in Fire & Evacuation Dynamics Psychological and behavioral responses to fire, crowd management, and safe egress.
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Fire Safety in High‑Risk & Complex Environments Specialized strategies for hospitals, high‑rise buildings, industrial plants, and hazardous facilities.
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Fire Investigation & Post‑Incident Analysis Techniques for determining fire origin, cause, and lessons learned for prevention.
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Leadership in Fire Safety & Risk Management Building safety culture, leading teams, and implementing continuous improvement.
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Builds competence in strategic fire safety and risk management
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Enhances compliance with NFPA, OSHA, ISO, and local fire safety standards
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Strengthens leadership skills in emergency planning and safety culture
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Provides tools for advanced fire risk assessment and investigation
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Offers recognized certification to support senior roles in fire safety and compliance
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Senior fire safety officers and managers
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Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) professionals
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Facility and risk management leaders
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Fire inspectors and compliance officers
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Individuals preparing for advanced leadership roles in fire safety and risk management
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Assessment Type: Written exam + case study + project report
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Format: MCQs, scenario‑based questions, and applied risk management project
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Total Questions: 70 theory + 1 case study + 1 project submission
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Passing Score: 70%
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Duration: 5 days (40–45 hours total)
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Certification: Level 5 Diploma in Fire Safety & Risk Management
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