You will need to show understanding of the main elements and pass the core exercises to prove your competence. At the end of the training, you will be required to sit a CITB examination.
The NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate is a globally recognised qualification that equips professionals with the skills to manage fire risks and ensure workplace safety. This course covers fire prevention, risk assessment, and compliance with fire safety laws, helping organisations protect people and property. Ideal for managers, supervisors, and safety officers, it provides practical knowledge to identify hazards, implement control measures, and improve overall fire safety.
The NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate equips learners with the essential skills and knowledge to safeguard people, property, and workplaces from fire-related hazards. Upon completing the course, participants will be able to identify potential fire risks and implement effective fire prevention measures.
The course also emphasizes fostering a strong fire safety culture, which is crucial in reducing the likelihood of serious or catastrophic fire incidents. Organisations with staff trained in NEBOSH Fire Safety can ensure a safer environment for both employees and visitors.
This qualification has now replaced the NEBOSH National Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management, offering updated and practical guidance for modern fire safety management.
The NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate course is perfect for those who have fire safety responsibilities at a low to medium risk workplace (such as an office), including Facilities Managers and Health & Safety Managers/Representatives.
It is also suitable for individuals who wish to build a career as a fire safety adviser.
The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety will involve a minimum of 28 taught hours and approximately 20 hours of private study and background reading.
When studied through Classroom, Virtual Classroom, or In-house Learning, the course is 4 days.
Our classroom course timings are 09:00-17:00 Monday – Friday
The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety consists of 6 elements:
The NEBOSH Fire Safety Certificate course consists of two assessments:
FSC1- An online, open book examination which candidates have 24 hours to complete.
FSC2- A practical fire risk assessment which candidates are required to complete in their workplace, using frameworks and standards, such as the Home Office fire guidance and PAS79-1:2020. There is no time restriction for the risk assessment, but three hours is recommended to compile a comprehensive risk assessment.
NEBOSH external examiners will evaluate both parts of the assessment.
Complete the pre‑course e‑learning, earn a digital certificate, and send it to the training provider at least 24 hours before the course.
All course materials and certificates will be sent via post. There will be an additional charge if booking outside of the UK.
You will need to show understanding of the main elements and pass the core exercises to prove your competence. At the end of the training, you will be required to sit a CITB examination.