Level 2 Fire Safety and the Fire Marshal
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Pivotal University
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A comprehensive Level 2 Fire Safety and Fire Marshal course for anyone with fire safety responsibilities, and for staff appointed as fire marshals or wardens — in offices, shops, warehouses, factories, care, hospitality and education. Builds the knowledge to prevent fire, react correctly, and carry out the fire marshal role with confidence.
Across in-depth modules you'll learn fire safety law and the Responsible Person, how fire and smoke behave, hazards and prevention, detection and means of escape, extinguishers and the PASS technique, the fire risk assessment, and the fire marshal's role in an evacuation — brought to life with branded diagrams, decision flowcharts, real workplace scenarios, a knowledge check after every module, and a downloadable Quick Reference to keep.
Finish with a scenario-based final assessment (80% to pass, unlimited attempts, every answer explained) and earn your Certificate of Completion.
Please note: this course builds essential knowledge; hands-on extinguisher practice and your premises' specific evacuation plan should also be rehearsed on site.
Across in-depth modules you'll learn fire safety law and the Responsible Person, how fire and smoke behave, hazards and prevention, detection and means of escape, extinguishers and the PASS technique, the fire risk assessment, and the fire marshal's role in an evacuation — brought to life with branded diagrams, decision flowcharts, real workplace scenarios, a knowledge check after every module, and a downloadable Quick Reference to keep.
Finish with a scenario-based final assessment (80% to pass, unlimited attempts, every answer explained) and earn your Certificate of Completion.
Please note: this course builds essential knowledge; hands-on extinguisher practice and your premises' specific evacuation plan should also be rehearsed on site.
Course Curriculum
10 sections · 41 lessons · 10h 4m
Fire Safety Law and the Responsible Person
The Responsible Person and Their Duties
25 min
Enforcement, Penalties and Recent Legislation
20 min
Knowledge Check
3 min
How Fire Behaves
The Fire Triangle and Tetrahedron
15 min
How Fire and Heat Spread
15 min
Smoke: The Real Killer
15 min
Knowledge Check
3 min
Fire Hazards and Prevention
Sources of Ignition in the Workplace
20 min
Sources of Fuel and Combustible Materials
15 min
Good Housekeeping and Fire Prevention
20 min
Electrical Safety and Arson Prevention
20 min
Knowledge Check
3 min
Fire Detection, Warning and Means of Escape
Detection and Alarm Systems
15 min
Emergency Lighting and Fire Safety Signage
15 min
Means of Escape and Travel Distances
15 min
Fire Doors: Your Building's Silent Heroes
20 min
Knowledge Check
3 min
Fire Extinguishers and First-Aid Firefighting
The Six Classes of Fire
15 min
Extinguisher Types, Colours and Uses
20 min
The PASS Technique and Safe Use
15 min
When NOT to Tackle a Fire
15 min
Knowledge Check
3 min
The Fire Risk Assessment
The Five Steps of a Fire Risk Assessment
25 min
People at Risk and PEEPs
20 min
Keeping the Risk Assessment Live
10 min
Knowledge Check
3 min
Evacuation and the Fire Marshal's Role
On Discovering a Fire
15 min
On Hearing the Alarm
15 min
The Fire Marshal's Core Duties
25 min
Assisting People Who Need Help to Evacuate
25 min
At the Assembly Point and Roll Call
15 min
Knowledge Check
3 min
Drills, Practice and Continuous Improvement
Fire Drills: Purpose and Practice
15 min
Maintenance, Testing and Records
15 min
Learning From Fires and False Alarms
15 min
Your Ongoing Role and Course Wrap-Up
25 min
Knowledge Check
3 min
Resources & Glossary
Quick Reference & Glossary
5 min
Final Assessment & Certification
Final Assessment
25 min
Frequently asked questions
How long is the certificate valid and when should I refresh?
There is no fixed legal expiry for a certificate of completion, but fire safety knowledge is commonly refreshed every year, and fire marshal training is often renewed every one to two years. Check your employer's policy and refresh sooner if your role, premises or fire procedures change.
Who is this course for?
It suits anyone with fire safety responsibilities and staff appointed as fire marshals or wardens, across offices, shops, warehouses, factories, care, hospitality and education. It is also useful for managers and business owners who need to understand fire safety law and the Responsible Person duties.
Is this course accredited or officially recognised?
No. Pivotal University has no external accreditation, so this is CPD-aligned awareness-level training with a certificate of completion, not a regulated qualification. It builds essential knowledge but does not replace your premises' specific evacuation plan or hands-on extinguisher practice, which should also be rehearsed on site.
How long does the course take?
There is around 10 hours and 4 minutes of content across 41 lessons. Because it is self-paced, you can work through it in one go or spread it over several sessions, and your progress is saved as you go.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. When you complete the modules and pass the final assessment (80% to pass, with unlimited attempts and every answer explained), you earn a Certificate of Completion. You can download it and add it to your CV or LinkedIn profile.
Is it self-paced, and are there any prerequisites?
Yes. Every course is fully online and self-paced with lifetime access, so you can start anytime and learn at your own pace on any device. There are no prerequisites unless the course says otherwise.
Course reviews
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Good value
Practical and to the point. The examples were really relevant to my job.
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Sarah M.
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Loved how clearly it was laid out. Made the rules actually click.
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David P.
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Solid refresher
Exactly the update my certificate needed. Quick and painless.
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No waffle, just what matters. Passed comfortably and learned a lot.
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Enrol now — £29.00
FOR TEAMS
Train your whole team
Buy seats, invite your people, and track everyone’s progress from one place.
Instant access · Learn at your own pace
41 lessons
10h 4m total
Lifetime access