Fire Safety Awareness

The Real Cost of Workplace Fire Incidents
• Common causes of workplace fires in Ireland
• Impact of fire incidents on employees, visitors, and business operations
• Injuries, property damage, downtime, and financial losses
• Legal responsibilities and potential enforcement action
• Lessons learned from real workplace fire incidents

Understanding Fire Safety in the Workplace
• What fire is and how it develops
• The fire triangle and fire tetrahedron
• Sources of ignition, fuel, and oxygen
• Common workplace fire hazards
• Fire prevention through safe working practices

Hazard Identification & Fire Risk Awareness
• Identifying workplace fire hazards before incidents occur
• Electrical, chemical, hot work, and housekeeping risks
• Storage of combustible and flammable materials
• Maintaining escape routes and fire doors
• Recognising unsafe conditions and reporting concerns

Fire Prevention & Control Measures
• Good housekeeping practices
• Fire prevention procedures
• Safe storage and waste management
• Importance of fire detection and alarm systems
• Fire safety signage and emergency lighting awareness

Fire Extinguisher Awareness
• Understanding fire classes (A, B, C, D, Electrical & F)
• Types of portable fire extinguishers
• Selecting the correct extinguisher for different fire risks
• Safe operating principles and limitations
• When evacuation is the safest option

Emergency Response & Evacuation Procedures
• Responding to a fire alarm
• Raising the alarm and reporting emergencies
• Safe evacuation procedures
• Assembly points and accountability processes
• Supporting Fire Wardens, Fire Marshals, and emergency services

Organisational Responsibility & Fire Safety Culture
• Employee responsibilities for fire safety
• Supervisor and management responsibilities
• Reporting fire hazards and unsafe conditions
• Participating in fire drills and emergency exercises
• Promoting a proactive fire safety culture

Fire Safety as an Ongoing Risk Management Activity
• Maintaining fire safety awareness
• Supporting workplace fire inspections
• Continuous improvement in fire prevention practices
• Monitoring workplace fire risks
• Embedding fire safety into everyday operations

This course is suitable for employees at all levels who require basic fire safety awareness in the workplace.

Participants may include:

• Office staff
• Supervisors and team leaders
• Health & Safety representatives
• Facilities and maintenance teams
• HR personnel
• Retail and hospitality staff
• Warehouse and operational staff
• Employees responsible for workplace safety

No prior fire safety training is required.

Fire Prevention
Understanding fire risks helps reduce the likelihood of fires occurring in the workplace.

Emergency Preparedness
Employees who understand emergency procedures can evacuate quickly and safely.

Workplace Safety
Fire safety awareness contributes to a safer working environment for all employees.

Legal Compliance
Employers must provide adequate fire safety information and training to employees.

Participants will:

• Understand how fires start and spread
• Recognise common workplace fire hazards
• Apply basic fire prevention practices
• Understand workplace fire evacuation procedures
• Recognise fire alarm systems and emergency response protocols
• Understand the role of fire extinguishers in fire safety

Instructor-led training with interactive discussions and practical examples.

Includes:

• Fire risk awareness discussions
• Emergency response guidance
• Workplace scenario examples
• Fire safety awareness demonstrations

Delivered:

• Onsite at client premises, or
• Online Webinar

This training supports employer obligations under:

• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
• Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application) Regulations 2007

Employers are required to:

• Identify and control fire risks
• Provide appropriate fire safety procedures
• Ensure employees understand emergency evacuation procedures
• Provide information and training on workplace fire safety

Samson Training delivers practical workplace fire safety training focused on prevention, awareness, and organisational responsibility.

Our approach emphasises:

• Practical fire prevention knowledge
• Real workplace fire scenarios
• Clear understanding of employee responsibilities
• Observation-led hazard awareness
• Interactive and engaging learning
• Consistent professional delivery

We position fire safety awareness as a fundamental part of workplace health and safety, helping organisations reduce risk, improve emergency preparedness, and strengthen compliance.

What is Fire Safety Awareness training?
Fire Safety Awareness training teaches employees how to recognise fire hazards, prevent workplace fires, and respond safely during a fire emergency.

Who should attend Fire Safety Awareness training?
All employees can benefit from fire safety awareness training, particularly those working in office, industrial, retail, and public environments.

How long does the Fire Safety Awareness course take?
The course is delivered as a half-day training programme and includes practical examples and emergency response guidance.

Does the course include fire extinguisher training?
The course includes awareness of fire extinguisher types and usage, though practical extinguisher training may be delivered separately if required.