QUALIFICATION SPECIFICATION

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1 QUALIFICATION SPECIFICATION AoFAQ LEVEL 2 AWARD IN FIRE SAFETY (RQF) Qualification Overview and Objective: This qualification is a part of AoFAQ s Fire Safety qualifications, this qualification specifically develops the learner s fire safety awareness, the qualifications includes sections on the risks associated with fires, how fires are caused and what can be done to control and prevent fire hazards in the workplace. This qualification specification will provide our centres with information and guidelines on running this course and our appropriate means of delivery for the course material attached as approved by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order The objective of this course is to educate our learners with the appropriate knowledge needed for preventing and controlling fire hazards in the working environment. It also helps our learners build a greater understanding of fire safety management at work and specific fire related hazardous sectors. Key Facts: Qualification Number: 601/7823/1 Credit Value: 1 Assessment Method: Practical Demonstration/Assignment Guided Learning Hours: 9 Minimum Contact Hours: 9 Total Qualification Time: XX Requalification Requirements: Page 1 Version 2.1

2 This qualification is valid for 3 years. There is no requalification course which reduces the course duration. Once the qualification has expired, or due to expire the learner is required to undertake the course again in order to maintain the qualification. Entry Requirements and Age Restrictions: Candidates wishing to register for this course must be 14 years or older. There are no other regulated requirements but we advise prior learning from a Level 1 Fire Safety course to better the learners understanding. Qualification Structure: Unit No. Unit Unit Title RQF Credit Reference 1 D/601/9698 Fire Safety Principles 1 The trainer to learner ratio must be 1 trainer to every 12 learners maximum. Delivery Time guidance Unit No. Unit Reference Unit Title 1 D/601/9698 Fire Safety Principles Guided Learning Hours (GLH) Minimum Contact Time Assessment Method Assessment Achievement 9 hours 9 hours MCQ 70% GLH/Minimum Contact Time Guided Learning Hours (GLH) is the suggested number of hours of directed study in order for the learner to complete the unit. The GLH for each unit is shown in the above table. Progression for learners The learner can progress to a range of qualifications including: Level 2 Award in Health and Safety Level 3 Award in Fire Risk Assessment Occupational Competence Requirements Page 2 Version 2.1

3 Those involved in the training of these qualifications must have knowledge and competency in health and safety as well as knowledge and competency to train based on qualifications and experience. An acceptable portfolio must show: Occupational knowledge and competence in health and safety evidenced by: - Holding a relevant qualification Knowledge and competency in teaching/training evidenced by: - Holding an acceptable teaching/training qualification AND either: - Providing an acceptable log of teaching within the last 3 years or - Providing an acceptable record of competently teaching relevant theoretical sessions under the supervision of a suitably qualified Trainer/Assessor. Unit Specific Trainer requirements Subject knowledge or experience Level 4 Award in Managing Health and Safety in the Workplace Level 3 Award in Supervising Health and Safety in the Workplace NEBOSH Level 3 Certificate in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent NEBOSH Level 6 Diploma in Occupational Safety and Health or equivalent IOSH Managing Safely Degree/ Dip HE in Environmental Health, Health and Safety, etc. Any other qualification approved by AOFAQ. Teaching/Assessor qualifications Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) Certificate in Education (CERT ED) Diploma in Education (DIP ED) Preparing to teach in the lifelong learning sector (PTLLS) Certificate in teaching in the lifelong learning sector (CTLLS) Diploma in teaching in the lifelong learning sector (DTLLS) Master of Arts in Education (MA ED) Master of Arts in Professional Development, Education and Training (MA PDET) Professional trainer certificate IHCD Instructional methods course Level 3 or 4 NVQ Learning and Development CIPD Certificate in Learning Practice Proof of 30 hours of training in any subject (must be verifiable) If your teaching or training qualification is not listed, please contact us. Centre Requirements Page 3 Version 2.1

4 Centres must instruct each Learner to bring identification and this must be validated by the trainer and recorded on the Learner Assessment Logbook. Also, centres must advise Learners to bring their Unique Learner Number to the course if they have one. Further guidance on this can be found in the Awarding Organisation s Centre Compliance Manual. It is the responsibility of the Trainer to ensure a Learner undertaking the qualification is indeed the person they are claiming to be. Insurance Requirements Centres are responsible for having adequate insurance which must include: Employers Liability Public Liability Professional Indemnity Centres are required to provide this information upon gaining Centre Approval with AoFAQ but must keep their insurance valid and up to date on an annual basis. The cover must also extend to the instructors and the documentation should clearly detail this. Unit Information: Unit 1: Fire Safety Principles Unit number: D/601/9698 Credit: 1 GLH: 9 Level: 2 Method of Assessment: Externally set and assessed MCQ paper; 70% achievement required to pass Learning Outcomes The learner will to 1. Understand the hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace Assessment Criteria The learner can 1.1 Explain how fires are caused in the workplace 1.2 Describe the components of the fire triangle 1.3 Identify the hazards during or after a fire, including the products of combustion 1.4 Describe the characteristics of fire and smoke spread 2. Understand how fire risk is controlled in the workplace 2.1 State the different methods used to identify and control fire hazards Page 4 Version 2.1

5 2.2 Define the term means of escape in relation to fire hazards 2.3 Outline typical components for means of escape from fire hazards 2.4 Describe methods of fire detection and raising the alarm 2.5 Describe the principle of how fires are extinguished 2.6 Describe how portable fire-fighting equipment should be used safely 2.7 Identify common fixed fire-fighting systems and where they might be used 3. Understand the principles and practice of 3.1 Outline the duties of employers and employees fire safety management at work with respect to fire safety in the workplace 3.2 Outline how to undertake a simple fire safety inspection in the workplace 3.3 Describe the stages involved in a fire risk assessment 4. Understand the role of the nominated fire warden 4.1 State the role and function of fire wardens in their workplace: on a day-to-day basis during an emergency if they are not in their designated areas of responsibility when the alarm is raised 4.2 Outline the content of a fire safety briefing Page 5 Version 2.1