Fire is one of the most difficult things to control despite our increased ability to create and manage our environment.

It is a fact that approximately 70% of all businesses that suffer from a major fire fail within 3 years. Over 50% do not even re-open.

Almost all office fires start small. With established office fire Management and prevention training, firefighting procedures and appropriate, well maintained, firefighting equipment many fires can be easily controlled.

About the course:

Office fires do happen and a knowledge of what to do should a fire occur in your work area can prevent damage and even save lives.

Office fire management and prevention topics covered in this program include:

• Fundamentals of fire fighting
  • Immediate safety of the individual
  • Calling the Fire Department
  • Attacking the fire if safe to do so
  • Evacuation if necessary
• Types of office fires most likely to occur
• Firefighting equipment in the office
• Operational details of different pieces of firefighting equipment
• Details of portable fire extinguishers
• Personal safety
• Assessment of most likely hazards