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Fire Extinguisher Course Online
£15.00 + £3.00 VAT
- Assured by RoSPA Qualifications
- Certified by CPD
- Audio voiceover
- Approximate course duration of 1 hour
- Downloadable certificate on completion
- 100% online training
- No time limits
Our Fire Extinguisher Course Online provides learners with the knowledge and understanding needed to identify the different types of fire extinguishers and their uses, recognise when each should be used, and understand safe fire extinguisher procedures. This comprehensive, RoSPA-assured Fire Extinguisher Course covers fire classifications, extinguisher types, fire safety principles, and the responsibilities of employees and fire marshals in the workplace.
Designed for employees, fire marshals, managers, and organisations across the UK, this flexible fire extinguisher training course helps improve fire safety awareness and supports compliance with workplace fire safety requirements. Delivered entirely online, learners can complete the course at their own pace, making it a convenient and cost-effective training solution for businesses of all sizes.
Whether you are looking to increase staff awareness of fire extinguisher safety, support fire marshal responsibilities, or strengthen your organisation’s fire safety culture, this Fire Extinguisher Online Course provides engaging, up-to-date knowledge that can be accessed anytime, anywhere.
Who is fire extinguisher awareness training for?
This Fire Extinguisher Course Online is suitable for employees, supervisors, managers, and anyone responsible for workplace fire safety. It provides essential knowledge of fire extinguisher types, fire classifications, and the safe selection of extinguishers in different fire situations.
While fire marshals and fire wardens are typically required to receive practical instruction in the use of fire extinguishers, this Fire Extinguisher Course serves as an excellent introduction to key fire extinguisher principles before undertaking hands-on training. It is also an effective refresher resource for those who have previously completed practical fire extinguisher training.
Reviewed and approved by lead bodies
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) have assured the training course through their Course Assurance scheme. This means the course meets their high standard and you can be confident that the course contents are relevant and of a high standard.
The training course also complies with the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) guidelines and is accredited by the CPD Certification Service.
What you will learn from Fire Extinguisher training
At the end of your online fire extinguisher course, you will be able to describe:
- The 3 essential components of the fire triangle
- 5 different classes of fire
- 8 types of fire extinguisher
- Which classes of fire each extinguisher should be used for
- How to use a fire blanket
- The basic PASS method used to operate a fire extinguisher
Example Fire Extinguisher course pages
Take a look below at our example screenshots from our fire extinguisher awareness course. The online course is designed to be simple but informative, with clear course and topic objectives. Topic questions reinforce knowledge retention. Using a mixture of text, images, tables and professional audio, each page is clear and in a simple format, making our courses easy to learn from.
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What does the Fire Extinguisher online course cover?
The following 12 topics are covered in the online course:
1 – About fire
The first topic identifies the three essential elements of fire and the five classes of fire.
2 – Fire extinguisher legal issues
The second fire extinguisher topic is about legal issues. It describes UK law relating to fire extinguishers. You will also learn about who is responsible for fire extinguishers in a building, the minimum number required, where to locate them, and when to maintain them.
3 – How to use a fire extinguisher
The third topic describes when you should and should not tackle a fire. You will learn about what can happen if you use the wrong type of fire extinguisher and how to operate a fire extinguisher with the basic PASS method.
4 – What are water fire extinguishers
The fourth topic is about water fire extinguishers. You will learn about how to identify them, which fires to use them on and which fires NOT to use them on. Finally, the topic describes how a water extinguisher puts out a fire, and where to aim the extinguisher.
5 – What are water mist fire extinguishers
Topic five is about water mist fire extinguishers. You will learn the colour code for a water mist fire extinguisher. The topic also covers which fires you should and should NOT use these extinguishers on, how the extinguisher puts out a fire and where to aim it.
6 – What are dry powder (ABC) fire extinguishers
Topic six is about dry powder fire extinguishers. You will learn the colour code, which fires to use these extinguishers on, how they put out a fire, and where to aim them.
7 – What are dry powder (M28 and L2) fire extinguishers
Topic seven is about dry powder M28 and dry powder L2 fire extinguishers. The topic covers the colour code, which fires to use them on, how they put out fire, and where to aim them.
8 – What are foam fire extinguishers
Topic eight is about foam fire extinguishers. You will learn the colour code, which fires to use them on, how they put out fire, and finally, where to aim them.
9 – What are CO2 fire extinguishers
Topic nine is about CO2 fire extinguishers. The topic covers the colour code and which fires to use them on. Then you’ll learn about how they put out fire, and where to aim them.
10 – What are wet chemical fire extinguishers
Topic ten is about wet chemical fire extinguishers. The topic identifies the colour code and which fires to use them on. Then the topic covers how these extinguishers put out fire, and where to aim them.
11 – What are lith-Ex fire extinguishers
Topic eleven is about Lith-Ex fire extinguishers. The topic covers the colour code, which fires to use them on, how they put out fire, and then where to aim them. The topic also identifies common devices that use Lithium-ion batteries.
12 – What are fire blankets
Topic twelve is about fire blankets. You will learn about which fires you can use them on. The topic also covers how to use them on a cooking oil fire and how to use them on a person whose clothes are on fire.
How is the Fire Extinguisher course assessed?
After completing the twelve topics in this online course, you will have access to the fire extinguisher assessment. There is no limit to the number of attempts you can have on the assessment.
The assessment contains 20 questions that are taken from question banks. This course is suitable for initial and refresher training because the questions change each time a learner takes the fire extinguisher assessment.
When purchasing i2Comply’s online fire extinguisher course, you won’t have to complete the assessment within a specific period. Our courses are designed so you can take the assessment whenever you are ready. This takes away the pressure you’d expect with a traditional in-person course.
Fire Extinguisher Online Course certificate and renewal
Unlike some other online training providers, we want you to have your certificate the minute you have passed the course. As soon as you have passed the assessment, you can download and print your Fire Extinguisher Awareness certificate.
How long is this fire extinguisher awareness certificate valid for?
Your fire extinguisher training certificate includes a recommended renewal date rather than an expiry date. To maintain knowledge of the types of fire extinguisher and their uses, we recommend the training is retaken annually.
To renew your certificate just purchase a new licence before your renewal date arrives. We will then refresh your account so you can retake the training. There is no set time to take the assessment – course participants can complete this at any time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everyone in the workplace needs to understand that using the wrong type of extinguisher on a fire can make the situation worse.
It is equally important that people learn, before there is a fire, about where to locate a fire extinguisher and how to use it, so they can act confidently and correctly when needed.
Fire extinguisher training gives people knowledge and confidence with fire extinguishers that can save lives, reduce injuries, and prevent damage to property. Fire extinguishers don’t put out fires on their own.
Read our article on the importance of fire safety training, and you’ll find additional information on the significance of having an individual trained up on how to use a fire extinguisher appropriately.
Yes, you can use our Fire Extinguisher Awareness course certificate as evidence of industry-related training. This evidence is important for SSIP accreditations.
The course helps you to ensure that your staff all receive appropriate online training and that you have the certificates to prove it. However, each individual accreditation body will decide whether our online courses are sufficient for your company’s training requirements.
As soon as you have passed the fire extinguisher online assessment, you will be able to download and print your certificate straight away.
Electrical fires should only be tackled using suitable extinguishers, such as CO2 extinguishers. This Fire Extinguisher Course Online explains which extinguishers are suitable for different fire risks and when they should be used safely.
Why is Fire Extinguisher training important?
Fire extinguisher training helps employees understand how to identify the correct extinguisher for different types of fires and avoid actions that could make a fire worse. Learning where extinguishers are located, when they should be used, and their limitations can improve workplace fire safety and emergency preparedness.
Our Fire Extinguisher Course Online provides essential knowledge of fire extinguisher types, fire classifications, and safe fire extinguisher procedures, helping organisations build a safer fire safety culture.
For further guidance, read our article on the importance of fire safety training.
Understanding Fire Extinguisher Selection
Choosing the correct extinguisher for the type of fire is a key part of workplace fire safety. During this Fire Extinguisher Course, learners will gain an understanding of extinguisher suitability for different fire risks, including electrical equipment fires. To learn more, read our guide to the best fire extinguisher for electrical fires.
What makes i2Comply the perfect choice for training?
Our online course combines professional audio narration with clear text and illustrations to create an engaging learning experience. Learners progress through the course at their own pace, interacting with content designed to reinforce key concepts. Each topic includes knowledge-check questions that build understanding and help learners prepare for the final assessment. Learners can retake the assessment as many times as needed to achieve a passing score.
We are one of the best-reviewed suppliers of online training in the UK. You can see what previous course participants have had to say about our online courses on our review site.
Why learn about fire extinguishers online?
Through years of delivering Fire Extinguisher training to businesses and organisations across the UK, we have learned that every learner is different. As a result, our training allows learners to progress at a pace that suits their individual needs. To support effective learning, we provide unlimited access to the course content before the final assessment, giving learners the time and flexibility they need to build confidence and understanding.
In addition, online learning offers a cost-effective alternative to traditional classroom-based training. By choosing our Fire Extinguisher Course, businesses can eliminate expenses associated with travel, accommodation, venue hire, and instructor fees. At just £15 per person, our fire extinguisher awareness training provides exceptional value while helping organisations improve workplace fire safety knowledge and meet their training objectives. Consequently, i2Comply is a smart, budget-friendly choice for businesses seeking high-quality online fire safety training.
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Discounts Available For Bulk Purchases
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| 500 - 999 | 50% |
| 1000 + | 60% |
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