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HiQual UK Level 3 Award in Fire Officer Practice is an audit-ready and compliance-aligned qualification designed to prepare learners for the duties and responsibilities of a Fire Officer operating within regulated fire safety and emergency response environments. The qualification focuses on fire prevention, fire behaviour, emergency response, life safety, and compliance with statutory fire safety requirements. The program aligns with internationally recognised fire safety and emergency management frameworks supported by International Organization for Standardization, National Fire Protection Association, International Labour Organization, and regulatory principles recognised by Ofqual. Emphasis is placed on frontline fire officer competence, hazard recognition, fire control measures, rescue support, and safe operational conduct without extending into managerial or strategic operational management functions.
Qualification Details
| Qualification Title | Fire Officer |
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| Total Credits | 12 |
| Guided Learning Hours | 24 |
| Qualification Time | 48 |
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Role and Responsibilities of a Fire Officer: Scope of authority, duties, and professional expectations in fire services.
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Fire Science and Fire Behaviour: Principles of combustion, fire development stages, and heat transfer.
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Fire Prevention and Risk Awareness: Identification of fire hazards and implementation of preventive controls.
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Fire Protection Systems and Equipment: Understanding alarms, detection systems, extinguishers, and suppression methods.
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Emergency Response Procedures: Initial actions, scene safety, and coordination during fire incidents.
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Personal Protective Equipment in Fire Services: Selection, use, and limitations of firefighting PPE.
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Rescue and Evacuation Support: Assisting life safety operations and evacuation procedures.
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Fire Safety Legislation and Compliance: Legal duties, codes, and regulatory requirements applicable to fire officers.
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Incident Communication and Reporting: Effective communication, radio use, and incident documentation.
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Health, Safety, and Welfare in Fire Operations: Managing personal safety, fatigue, and exposure risks.
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Builds strong foundational competence for Fire Officer roles.
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Enhances compliance with international fire safety standards.
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Improves readiness for emergency response and fire incidents.
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Strengthens understanding of fire behaviour and prevention.
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Supports career progression within fire safety and emergency services.
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Individuals seeking to work as Fire Officers or fire safety personnel.
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Newly appointed fire service staff requiring formal qualification.
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Industrial and site-based fire response team members.
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Learners preparing for advanced fire safety and emergency response qualifications.
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Assessment Type: Knowledge-based assessment
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Assessment Format: Multiple-choice examination
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Total Questions: 35
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Passing Score: 60 percent
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Duration: 75 minutes
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Certification: HiQual UK Level 3 Award in Fire Officer Practice upon successful completion
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