From the trainer:
This is a full day Fire Warden and Fire Safety Management training course, including firefighting training, fire safety management, implementing fire safety practices and a practical demonstration in the use of portable fire extinguishers. This course would benefit Health & Safety representatives, Departmental Heads, Managers or any designated personnel for this important role.
Neil Quemby
Fire Safety Trainer & Team Manager
What this course covers:
- Fire safety awareness of your surrounding environment
- Prevention of fire in the workplace
- Correct responses in the result of a fire
- Practical firefighting skills and fire extinguisher knowledge
- Roles and responsibilities of the fire warden
What to expect on the day:
- Arrival General introductions, get to know your trainer for the day
- Course Content A full day of training with regular breaks for tea, coffee and lunch
- Hands On Training A fun and interactive course that everybody will love with plenty of real life examples to work through. This Fire Awareness course includes a live-fire practical demonstration of the use of portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets.
- Awards A&E will provide a certificate for everyone who completes the course
What our customers say
Stories from the fire trainer brought the content to life. The human behaviour video was fascinating.
Karla Cleverley – Ontic
The hands on training was really useful and very fun. I would highly recommend this training.
Tim Allen
The whole event was organised very well and is essential training for everyone.
Mike Smith
I had never operated a fire extingusier before but now feel confident that if I ever needed to I could.
Joice Townsend
Meet the Trainers
Neil Quemby
Fire Safety Trainer & Team Manager
Neil Quemby
Fire Safety Trainer & Team Manager
I had worked within the Gloucestershire Fire & Rescue service for 18 years and another 17 years within the Airport Fire service, before I decided to retire and become Fire Safety Trainer for A&E. My day to day includes either driving to different locations across the UK or carrying out Fire Training at our Cheltenham premises. My days are always varied due to changing location, as well as the different courses that I provide.
He has acquired the following qualifications:
- Level 2 safe airside operations (Airports)
- IQ level 3 Award in preparing to Teach in the lifelong Learning Sector (QCF)
- Edexcel Level 3 Award in Assessing candidates in a range of methods
- Fire Safety Management
Brian Burns
Fire Safety Trainer
Brian Burns
Fire Safety Trainer
Brian has been delivering training for over 30 years’ during his career in the UK Fire Service and served in the Parachute Regiment
Below is a selection of some of his acquired qualifications:
- BTEC Level 4 in Education & Training
- PTLLS Certificate in Education & Training
- Level 5 Institute of Leadership & Management
- Fire Service Exams up to Station Manager level
Tracey Wilson
Fire Safety Trainer
Tracey Wilson
Fire Safety Trainer
Tracey has 29 years experience working within Gloucestershire Fire & Rescue service as a Firefighter, Leading firefighter and watch manager. Within this time Tracey spent 3 years working as an instructor training personnel from Avon, Gloucestershire, Devon and Somerset.
- BTEC Level 4 in Education & Training – CTTLS
- Fire Behaviour Instructor
- Breathing Apparatus Instructor
- Level 3 Institute of Leadership & Management
- Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH)
Customers also ask:
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Who would benefit from this fire training course?
This course would benefit Health & Safety representatives, Departmental Heads, Managers or any designated personnel for this important role.
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How often should fire safety training be completed?
To stay up to date with the latest legislation and refresh staff memory (as well as teach any new employees), we advise that businesses conduct a Fire Training course at least once a year.
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Do you provide certificates after completion of the course?
Once you have completed the Fire Awareness Training course, A&E will provide individual certificates.
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How do I know which training course is right for me?
Don’t worry if you’re not sure which service is right for you, our team are here to help. Call us on 01452 712021 or send us an enquiry via the website.
Fire Training Checklist
Quality fire training is a vital obligation in fire safety legislation for all non-domestic/commercial buildings nationwide. Use our checklist below to ensure you pick a fire training provider who can deliver the best possible information to your team.
| The Trainers | What to look for | A&E |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-Fire Service personnel | Fire trainers should have first hand experience i.e ex-fire service personal. |  |
| Friendly Fun & Engaging | The training session should be delivered in a fun and engaging way. | |
| In-house Trainers | Fire trainers should be employed in-house by the training company to ensure consistency of the information given. | |
| Trainers CPD | Ensure the people delivering the training have the most up to date knowledge as legislation is continuously changing. | |
| The Company | What to look for | A&E |
|---|---|---|
| BAFE SP205 Accredited | Why is BAFE SP205 important for fire training. | |
| Indemnity Insurance | Use a company with with a high level of indemnity insurance, for example £5m. | |
| Onsite Premises | Choose a company with a dedicated onsite training facility to get hands on experience with fire equipment. | |
| Trust | Use a company with a strong local presence, these will most likely be investing in continuous development for their staff. | |
Our Training Locations
A&E Cheltenham
Unit 4, Bamfurlong Industrial Estate
Staverton,
Cheltenham
GL51 6SX
Cheltenham
A&E Bristol
Unit 18, Avonbank Industrial Estate
West Town Road
Bristol
BS11 9DE
