First Look: BS 9994 – Fire Strategies in Buildings
A free first-look webinar walking through BS 9994 and what it means for developing fire strategies in buildings.
Learning Style
Time Limit
Duration
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Free
BS 9994 could introduce an important new framework for how fire strategies are developed, understood and maintained throughout the lifecycle of a building. This course gives you an accessible first look at the key themes emerging from the draft – and what they could mean for fire safety practice if retained in the final standard.
Course aims
The proposed purpose and scope of BS 9994
How a Draft for Public Comment progresses towards becoming a British Standard
The proposed lifecycle approach to fire strategies
The broad framework proposed for developing a fire strategy
Key themes and principles emerging from the draft
How the proposed approach could apply to existing buildings
Who it’s for
This course is for fire safety and health and safety professionals who need to understand the changes to key documents in the sector.
Fire risk assessors
Fire safety consultants and advisors
Fire safety inspectors
Members of the fire and rescue service
Health and safety professionals
Anyone needing to understand changes in fire detection and alarm systems
Your learning journey
Welcome
From Draft to British Standard
A Fire Strategy for the Whole Building Lifecycle
A Framework for Developing a Fire Strategy
Key Themes Emerging from the Draft
What Could This Mean for Existing Buildings?
Summary
7 learning blocks
Your Certificate
How it's delivered and assessed
Online and self-directed
National Safety Academy qualifications are designed to take you on a learning journey. This course is fully online and self-directed, with instant access to the learning materials.
You can navigate through the course content in your learning portal online.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I receive tutor support?
Yes. Diploma learners have dedicated tutor support seven days a week. On our shorter courses, learner support is available to answer your questions, and all online learners can use our community forums.
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.
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 is BeyondTheory™?
BeyondTheory™ is a practical learning experience designed to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and real-world experience. You’ll follow experienced professionals as they assess real buildings, gaining insight into their observations, thought processes and professional judgements.
Who is National Safety Academy?
National Safety Academy (NSA) is a UK provider of fire safety and health and safety courses and qualifications. Our assessments are built on real workplace scenarios, and we keep our courses affordable and flexible, with online courses you study at your own pace and classroom courses delivered by approved Training Partners.
Are NSA’s courses accredited or recognised?
Several of our courses carry external recognition. Our Diploma in Fire Risk Assessment is an SCQF Level 10 qualification developed in line with BS 8674:2025, and our Fire Door Inspection course is recognised by the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) as a Recognised Training Course. Each course page sets out the recognition and CPD hours that apply.
Can we train a whole team?
Yes. You can train a whole team with us, whether that’s online courses for your staff or SafeManagers™ delivered by an approved Training Partner. Contact us to talk through the options for your organisation.
