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Fire Extinguisher (VTQ)

Learn about fire extinguishers and how to use them. Start online now.

This Course Includes:

  • Endorsed by Skills for Care & TQUK
  • 2.0 hrs CPD Certificate
  • Evidence Based Training Certificate
  • Instant printable wall certificate
  • 24/7 on-demand video
  • Access on mobile
  • Weekly refresher video
  • Expiration reminder
  • Student manual

Course Details

Video Playtime

23 minutes

Captions

English

Instructor

Keith Sleightholm

Audio

English

Fire Extinguisher (VTQ) at a Glance

You can take this course as a video online course or as a face to face course nationwide.  As a face to face course, this course trains you in the practical use of fire extinguishers and is an ideal extra course to add to our level 1 and level 2 fire courses and regulated qualifications.

A lack of confidence, knowledge and experience can lead to a fire extinguisher being used incorrectly, which can be dangerous. Ensure your employees are able to use an extinguisher safely and effectively in the event of a fire.

This course offers delegates hands-on experience of the use of an extinguisher, as well as an understanding the different types of extinguishers and their methods of operation, capabilities and limitations.

This 1.5-hour course is suitable for Fire Marshals wishing to increase their knowledge or anyone who may find themselves in a situation where they may need to attempt to tackle a small fire.

This course does not include the use of real fires, it is just to give students the experience of using a fire extinguisher.


Frequently Asked Questions

Which occupations use this course?

The Fire Extinguisher (VTQ) Course is perfect for:

  • Offices
  • Factories
  • Fire Wardens
  • Fire Marshals 
  • Responders

What is CPD and why is having Certified CPD important?

CPD stands for Continuous Professional Development and is required in many business sectors. Even if you do not require a set CPD credit level, having Certifed CPD ensures the quality of training. ProTrainings are the highest gold standard of CPD ensuring that all courses are externally verified and mapped to the highest levels.

What is "SCORM ready" and will courses run on a LMS?

SCORM Ready means that online courses can run on any compatible Learning Management System (LMS). SCORM courses run seamlessly on your existing LMS system without a separate login so staff only login using the existing company system. ProTrainings online courses have an advanced SCORM ready system to give more features than any other company.

Do I receive a certificate after completing your online training?

Yes, when you complete the online course you will be able to download and print a compliant completion certificate, evidenced-based learning statement to confirm course content and a certified CPD statement. There is no extra charge for the certificate.  You can also buy a printed certificate to be posted to you for a small extra fee.