Fire Warden Course
Learn what a fire warden or fire marshal’s responsibilities are when the fire alarm goes off, and during a normal day in your workplace.
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Total excl. VAT
30
1 licence
Buying for a team? Volume discounts apply automatically.
Cost per licence: 30
Course aims
Understand how fire behaves and why it can become dangerous
Recognise fire safety responsibilities and the role of a fire warden
Identify fire hazards and help reduce risk in the workplace
Understand fire safety systems, equipment and emergency procedures
Support safe evacuation and respond appropriately in an emergency
Understand how fire safety legislation applies to the workplace
Who it’s for
This course is for anyone given the role of fire warden (also known as a fire marshal), or who has responsibilities for fire safety in their workplace.
Employees appointed as fire wardens or fire marshals
Team leaders, supervisors or managers responsible for safety
Staff who support fire drills, evacuations or emergency procedures
Anyone who wants to better understand fire safety at work
This course does not have any prerequisites.
Where it can take you
The NSA Fire Warden course gives you a clear and practical understanding of fire safety in the workplace, and what’s expected of you as a fire warden.
What can I do?
Successful learners will be able to confidently take on the role of a fire warden or fire marshal within their workplace.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes — all successful learners receive a digital certificate on passing, confirming 2 hours of CPD. Hard copy certificates are available on request for a fee.
How often should this be completed?
Your certificate is valid for 12 months after completion. After that, complete the course again to renew — the expiry date is shown on your certificate.
Keep developing
You may also be interested in our Fire Door Awareness course if you have a role in the routine checking of fire doors.
Your learning journey
Block 1 | Setting the scene
You'll be thrown in at the deep end with a scenario that puts you in the shoes of a fire warden, before exploring what it really means to be one.
Block 2 | Understanding fire
How fires start, develop and spread — the fundamentals of fire behaviour, so you understand what you're trying to prevent and what you may need to deal with in an emergency.
Block 3 | Fire safety in your workplace
Preventing fires before they start, the systems that protect people and buildings, and methods of escape and evacuation — ending with a realistic multiple-choice scenario that challenges your decision-making as a fire warden.
3 learning blocks
Certificate
Your digital certificate on successful completion.
Fees and Payment
Payment options to suit you.
Pay in full
VAT receipt issued by email immediately. Invoice with 30-day terms available for five licences or more.
NSA interest-free plan
Offered directly by National Safety Academy. No credit check and no interest. First payment today, then monthly by card on the same date. One course per order. Licences are issued when the first payment clears; certificates are issued once the plan is complete.
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Additional charges may be incurred for resubmissions, late submissions, or course extension. See our policies for further detail.
How it's delivered and assessed
Learn from first principles
You’ll come away able to explain why and how, not just what. You study online in our learning portal at your own pace, through real-life examples, case studies, videos and e-learning written in everyday language.
There is one final assessment, completed once all the learning materials have been covered. There are also multiple opportunities for informal self-assessment throughout.
Knowledge check
You’ll put your knowledge to the test in a realistic multiple-choice scenario designed to challenge your decision-making as a Fire Warden.
Buying for a team?
Discount applies automatically
Choose the number of licences on any course page. Licences stay unassigned until you allocate them and remain valid for 12 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need previous experience to complete your courses?
There are no prerequisites for this course. However, some experience of fire safety within the workplace will help you to put what you have learnt into context.
What certificate will I receive?
Successful learners receive a digital certificate on passing. Hard copy certificates are available on request for a fee. Each course page shows the CPD hours you’ll receive.
Can I study online at my own pace?
Yes. Our online courses are self-directed distance learning, studied in our learning portal whenever suits you. Each course has a time limit, from 3 months for our shortest courses to 12 months for the Diploma.
Do certificates expire?
Fire Safety Awareness, Fire Warden and Fire Door Awareness certificates are valid for 12 months, and the expiry date is shown on your certificate. To renew, complete the course again.
Can I get a hard copy certificate?
Yes. Hard copy certificates are available on request for a fee.
What payment options are there? Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. You can pay in full, spread the cost with one of our payment plans, or use a third-party provider. Every option costs the same, and you choose at checkout.
Do you offer training for organisations?
Yes. Whether you need fire wardens trained, managers confident with health and safety, or staff who know what to look for on a fire door, we can help you train your team. Courses are available online, and SafeManagers™ is delivered in the classroom by our Training Partners.
What happens if I don’t pass an online assessment?
Don’t worry! If you don’t pass an assessment on your first attempt, you’ll usually receive feedback to help you understand where you went wrong – dependent on the nature of the assessment. Once you’ve paid the resubmission fee and revisited any relevant areas, you’ll be able to resubmit your work, although the number of attempts permitted may vary by course.
Do I need previous experience to take the Fire Warden course?
No. You don’t need any previous knowledge or experience. The course is suitable for anyone taking on fire warden duties at work.
How often should I renew my Fire Warden training?
Your certificate is valid for 12 months. After that, complete the course again to renew. The expiry date is shown on your certificate.
What does a fire warden do?
A fire warden helps keep people safe from fire at work. Day to day, that means spotting and reducing fire hazards. When the alarm goes off, it means helping everyone get out safely and following your emergency procedures.
Is a fire warden the same as a fire marshal?
Yes. They’re two names for the same role, so our Fire Warden course is suitable whichever title your workplace uses.
How many fire wardens do we need?
There’s no fixed number of fire wardens required by law. The number you need will depend on factors such as the size and layout of your premises, the number of occupants and the level of fire risk. Your fire risk assessment should help determine how many trained fire wardens are appropriate.
Is fire warden training a legal requirement?
Not as a specific course, but training is required. Under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, employers must provide suitable fire safety training and appoint competent people to help with evacuation. Anyone appointed as a fire warden needs appropriate training to carry out the role safely.
