DIPLOMA IN FIRE & SAFETY MANAGEMENT (1 YEAR)

 DIPLOMA IN FIRE & SAFETY MANAGEMENT (1 YEAR)

SYLLABUS

1️⃣ Fundamentals of Fire Science

Topics Covered:

• Basics of fire (Fire Triangle & Fire Tetrahedron)
• Chemistry of combustion
• Classes of fire (A, B, C, D, K)
• Heat transfer methods (Conduction, Convection, Radiation)
• Fire behavior and fire dynamics
• Fire load calculation
• Fire resistance of materials
• Flash point, fire point, ignition temperature
• Explosion theory and BLEVE

Practical:

• Identification of fire classes
• Fire behavior demonstration
• Fire load calculation exercises

2️⃣ Fire Prevention & Fire Protection Systems

Topics Covered:

• Principles of fire prevention
• Causes of industrial and domestic fires
• Passive fire protection systems
• Active fire protection systems
• Fire detection systems (Smoke, Heat, Flame detectors)
• Fire alarm systems
• Sprinkler systems
• Hydrant systems
• Foam systems
• CO₂ flooding systems
• Clean agent systems

Practical:

• Installation and maintenance of fire extinguishers
• Sprinkler system components study
• Fire alarm panel operation
• Hydrant system drill

3️⃣ Fire Fighting Equipment & Appliances

Topics Covered:

• Types of fire extinguishers (Water, Foam, CO₂, DCP, Clean Agent)
• Hose pipes and couplings
• Nozzles and monitors
• Breathing apparatus (SCBA, EEBD)
• Fire pumps (Jockey, Main, Diesel pump)
• Rescue equipment
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Practical:

• Live fire extinguishing practice
• Hose laying and coupling drills
• SCBA wearing practice
• Pump operation demonstration

4️⃣ Industrial Safety Management

Topics Covered:

• Safety management principles
• Accident causation theories
• Hazard Identification (HAZID)
• Risk Assessment techniques
• Job Safety Analysis (JSA)
• Permit to Work system
• Safety audit
• Incident investigation
• Safety policy and documentation

Practical:

• Risk assessment report preparation
• JSA preparation
• Mock safety audit

5️⃣ Construction Safety

Topics Covered:

• Working at height safety
• Scaffolding safety
• Excavation safety
• Electrical safety
• Confined space safety
• Lifting & rigging safety
• Crane safety
• Fall protection systems

Practical:

• Scaffold inspection
• PPE inspection
• Height safety demonstration
• Toolbox talk presentation

6️⃣ Occupational Health & Industrial Hygiene

Topics Covered:

• Occupational diseases
• Physical, chemical, biological hazards
• Noise and vibration control
• Ventilation systems
• Ergonomics
• First aid basics
• CPR techniques
• Emergency medical response

Practical:

• First aid demonstration
• CPR practice
• Noise level measurement (demo)

7️⃣ Disaster Management & Emergency Planning

Topics Covered:

• Types of disasters (Natural & Man-made)
• Emergency response plan
• On-site and off-site emergency plans
• Evacuation procedures
• Mock drill planning
• Incident Command System (ICS)
• Crisis communication

Practical:

• Emergency evacuation drill
• Mock disaster drill
• Emergency response role play

8️⃣ Environmental Safety

Topics Covered:

• Environmental pollution (Air, Water, Soil)
• Hazardous waste management
• MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet)
• Chemical handling & storage
• Environmental impact assessment (Basic)

Practical:

• MSDS analysis
• Chemical labeling identification

9️⃣ Fire Safety Legislation & Standards

Topics Covered:

• National Building Code (NBC)
• Factory Safety Regulations
• Petroleum Rules
• Explosives Rules
• Occupational Safety regulations
• International standards (ISO 45001 – Overview)
• Fire safety compliance documentation

Assignment:

• Study of local fire safety regulations
• Preparation of compliance checklist