BB 100: Fire Safety in Schools

This course is ideal for anyone involved in the design, build, or management of school buildings across the UK. Whether you’re working on a new school or updating an existing one, it helps ensure your approach to fire safety meets the latest BB 100 standards.

It’s especially useful for:

• Architects and designers creating school layouts

• Fire engineers and consultants developing fire strategies

• Local authority building control officers

• School estates and facilities managers

• Project managers and contractors in school construction

• Fire service personnel involved in school safety reviews

If you play a role in keeping schools safe from fire—whether through planning, compliance, or day-to-day management—this course gives you the knowledge and confidence to do it right.

The BB 100 Fire Safety in Schools course is structured to provide both practical skills and recognised learning outcomes. It typically includes:

• Course Duration: 3 days (delivered online or in-person)

• Format: A mix of interactive workshops, case studies, and tutor-led sessions focused on real-world school design and compliance issues

• Assessment: Practical exercises and coursework based on realistic school fire safety scenarios

• Level: Aligned to National Occupational Standards (NOS) – including FS2, FS3, FS7, and FS9 at Level 4

• Recognition: Certificate of competence issued upon successful completion

This structure ensures participants not only understand BB 100 guidance but can confidently apply it to real projects—helping meet UK legal and safety obligations in educational environments.

There are no formal qualifications required to enrol on the BB 100 Fire Safety in Schools course, but learners must be over 18 years of age to enrol.

Learners are expected to be able to demonstrate their capabilities at their own workplace.

If you have any specific learning needs, including dyslexia please let us know before the course.  A good understanding of English is needed.

Completing the BB 100 course is a strong step forward in your professional development, especially if you’re working in the fire safety, construction, or education sectors.

After the course, you might consider progressing to:

• Advanced fire risk assessment training, including courses aligned with PAS 79 or Level 4 Fire Risk Assessment qualifications

• Specialist fire engineering or design qualifications, such as those offered by IFE or other professional bodies

• CPD programmes focusing on areas like sprinkler systems, evacuation planning, or high-risk building types

• Chartered membership routes with organisations like the Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE), Chartered Association of Building Engineers (CABE), or RICS (for surveyors)

It also strengthens your CV for roles with greater responsibility in school estates management, fire strategy consulting, or local authority regulation.

By gaining a deeper understanding of BB 100, you’re not just ticking a compliance box—you’re building expertise that can open doors to more advanced and specialised career paths.

At Compass Skills Training, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, professional training with a strong focus on learner support and practical relevance. Our BB 100 Fire Safety in Schools course is led by experienced trainers who bring real-world insight to every session.

We place great emphasis on ensuring that every participant gains not just theoretical knowledge, but the confidence and skills to apply it in real school settings. From course delivery to ongoing support, we’re committed to helping you succeed and make a real impact in your role.