SFJ Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety (Fire Auditors)

The Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety (Fire Auditors) is based on fire safety in ‘simple’ premises, such as shops, offices or industrial units.
It is aimed at those who are new to working in a fire safety role and wish to build their knowledge and gain recognition of their competence. This qualification can be completed by both operational and non-operational staff working in a relevant role.
Responsibilities of the delegate may include carrying out fire risk assessments and ensuring fire safety arrangements are in place. Example job roles are: Fire Risk Assessors, Facilities Staff, Health & Safety Practitioners.
SFJ Awards Level 3 Certificate standard delivery model
Module 1 – 3-days – “Fire Safety Legislation”
Subject areas
• Fire safety legislation
• Fire risk assessment
• Principles of preventions
• Fire Safety Arrangements
• General Fire Precautions
Core Documents
• Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• Regulators’ Code
• DCLG Fire safety risk assessment guides
Module 2 – 5-days – “Fire Safety Requirements”
Subject areas
• Fire safety legislation
• Fire risk assessment
• Fire detection & warning
• Fire-fighting equipment
• Means of escape
• Training
• Maintenance
Core Documents
• Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• DCLG Fire safety risk assessment guides
Module 3 – 2-days – “Auditing & Inspecting”.
Subject areas
• Auditing a simple premises
• Inspecting a simple premises
• Formative written assignment
Core Documents
• Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• DCLG Fire safety risk assessment guides
• Enforcement Management Model (EMM)
• Regulators’ Code
Module 5 – 5-days – “Enforcing the Fire Safety Order”
Subject areas
• Sleeping Accommodation
• Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO)
• Alteration, Prohibition & Enforcement Notices
• Offences
• Witness Statements
Core Documents
• Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• DCLG Fire safety risk assessment guides
• Enforcement Management Model (EMM)
• Regulators’ Code
SFJ Awards Level 3 Certificate – Fast Track Model
Week 1 – 5-days – “Fire Safety Legislation & Requirements”
Subject areas
• Fire safety legislation
• Fire risk assessment
• Principles of preventions
• Fire Safety Arrangements
• General Fire Precautions
• Fire detection & warning
• Means of escape
Core Documents
• Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• Regulators’ Code
• DCLG Fire safety risk assessment guides
Week 2 – 5-days – “Fire Safety Requirements and Auditing & Inspecting”
Subject areas
• Fire safety legislation
• Fire risk assessment
• Means of escape
• Training
• Maintenance
• Formative written assignment
Core Documents
• Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• DCLG Fire safety risk assessment guides
Week 3 – 5-days – “Enforcing the Fire Safety Order”
Subject areas
• Sleeping Accommodation
• Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMO)
• Alteration, Prohibition & Enforcement Notices
• Offences
• Witness Statements
Core Documents
• Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005
• DCLG Fire safety risk assessment guides
• Enforcement Management Model (EMM)
• Regulators’ Code
SFJ Awards specifies no pre-entry requirements for enrolling to complete this qualification.
If you have any specific learning needs, including dyslexia please let us know before the course. A good understanding of English is needed.
Learning Options for the Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety
Virtual Fast-Track
Online Classroom-
Real Time Virtual Clasroom
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Attend From Home
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Complete the qualification quicker
Virtual
Online Classroom-
Real Time Virtual Clasroom
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Attend From Home
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Course dates spaced further apart - ideal for busier schedules
In-Person Fast-Track
Classroom Hybrid-
Face-to-Face Training in Lancashire
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Virtual Tie-in Option
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Complete the qualification quicker
In-Person
Classroom Hybrid-
Face-to-Face Training in Lancashire
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Virtual Tie-in Option
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Course dates spaced further apart - ideal for busier schedules
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Frequently Asked Questions About the Level 3 Certificate in Fire Safety
Course accreditation fees and certification fees are included in the course price.
We can make reasonable adjustment to support your specific needs: Policy and Procedure for Access Arrangements, Reasonable Adjustments and Special Consideration
Our training centre in Chorley is fully accessible with the main training room located on the ground floor. There is a wheelchair accessible toilet on the ground floor and a wheelchair accessible lift to the first floor.
Yes, within the cost of the course there is a buffet lunch, hot and cold drinks and biscuits for those attending in person.
If you are attending our Hybrid course and would prefer to split the payment for this course you can pay in 2 or 3 instalments, as long as the final payment is made before you take the exam. Please call our admin team who can set this up for you. Please note there is an additional admin fee of £50 added to the first instalment for this option.
Yes, ELCAS funding is available for eligible learners.