EC Papers September 2018

EDUCATIONAL

PRINCIPLES

Fire Marshal Training

RC3

Days: 1

Date: 3 October 2018

Location: Quorn Grange Hotel

RC6

Days: 1

Date: 7 February 2019

Location: Quorn Grange Hotel

FUNCTIONAL

RC9

Days: 1

Date: 30 May 2019

Location: Quorn Grange Hotel

SKILLS

• Fire risk assessment • Emergency planning

This half-day course, held at Quorn, is for those members wanting to learn about basic fire awareness for their role as a Fire Marshal in the workplace. This course helps participants understand how a fire can start and spread, as well as how to assess and manage these risks in the workplace. The course includes discussions of: • The principles of combustion

• Fire action (to include – fire exit & fire safety signage; the role of the Fire Marshal in the event of a fire alarm; moving through smoke-filled areas; safely conducting an area or floor check; and assembly points & roll calls) • The use of fire-fighting equipment (fire extinguishers – through role play – and the fire blanket) Successful participants will receive a Fire Marshal training certificate, which is valid for three years.

FOUNDATION

SKILLS

• How fire and toxic fumes spread • An introduction to fire legislation

Tutor: British Red Cross

ADVANCED

SKILLS

These courses can also be organised in your own workplace or at a local Red Cross Centre through the GFTU’s ‘Win: Win’ programme, see our website for details’

ARTS & CULTURE

FURTHER DEVELOPMENT INTERNATIONALISM EVENTS HOW TO SIGN UP

29 For arrangements and how to sign up for courses and events please go to HOW TO SIGN UP