CERTIFICATE IN FIRE ENGINEERING AND SAFETY MANAGEMENT (1YEAR)

📚 COURSE STRUCTURE

1. Introduction to Fire Engineering and Safety

• Scope and importance of fire engineering
• Structure of fire and rescue services
• Roles and responsibilities of safety personnel
• Overview of major fire disasters and their lessons

2. Basics of Fire Science

• Fire triangle and fire tetrahedron
• Types and classes of fire (A, B, C, D, K)
• Stages of fire development
• Fire behavior and spread mechanisms

3. Fire Detection and Protection Systems

• Fire detectors: smoke, heat, flame
• Alarm systems and control panels
• Sprinkler systems (wet, dry, deluge)
• Fire hydrants and hose reels
• Gas suppression systems (CO₂, FM-200)

4. Portable Fire Extinguishers

• Types of extinguishers (Water, CO₂, DCP, Foam, Clean Agent)
• Selection and correct use
• Maintenance and refilling procedures
• Hands-on practice with extinguishers

5. Industrial and Workplace Safety

• Identifying fire hazards at the workplace
• Safe handling of flammable materials
• Electrical fire safety
• Storage safety and housekeeping

6. Safety Management Principles

• Introduction to occupational health and safety (OHS)
• Risk assessment and hazard identification
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Safety signage and communication

7. First Aid and Emergency Response

• CPR and artificial respiration
• Burn management and fracture care
• Emergency evacuation procedures
• Mock drills and rescue planning

8. Legislation & Fire Safety Codes (Basics)

• Local fire laws and building codes
• Overview of National Building Code (NBC – India, or local equivalent)
• OSHA basics and workplace compliance
• Fire safety responsibilities of employers/employees

9. Practical Training / Fire Drill

• Fire drill simulations
• Hose handling and hydrant use
• Fire extinguisher practice
• Rescue and stretcher handling
• Visit to a fire station or industrial site (recommended)