The objective of this qualification is to support learners in any workplace, particularly new starters,
where a basic understanding of fire safety is required.
Learners gaining this qualification will know that fire safety is the responsibility of everyone in the
workplace. They will recognise the common causes of fire and identify actions to take in the event
of a fire.
This operator training course is designed for potential operator’s who haveno previous experience of operating industrial counterbalanced or reach lift trucks rider-operated. Theyshould be over the minimum school-leaving age (except in docks where they must be at least 18 years ofage), they should have a reasonable degree of physical fitness.
Topics include:
• Principles of fire safety awareness
• Hazards and risk with fire in the workplace
• Controlling fire risks
This qualification is assessed by a 15-question multiple-choice examination that must be completed within 30 minutes. Successful learners will have to demonstrate knowledge across the unit content and correctly answer 9 questions or more to achieve a pass.
What next?
On successful completion of this qualification, learners may wish to continue their development by undertaking one of the following qualifications:
• Highfield Level 2 Award in the Principles of Fire Safety (RQF)
• Highfield Level 2 Award Risk Assessment (RQF)
• Highfield Level 2 Award Health and Safety within the Workplace (RQF)
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