Train the Trainer – Kuwait
It was very informative and refreshing, alot of positive input – MM
Instructor was very good, very knowledgable I got to learn alot how to deal with different kind of students & the techniques to control situations as an instructor – RRA
Training helped to improve the instructional skills, it was a whole bunch of excellent instructions to make the delivery of training effective – AB
Presenter was knowledgable in both FF & training methods, this helped to generate a good environment for learning. Knowledge/development of training skills was useful not only re: fire warden training but any training we might do in the future – VLH
Welsh firefighters set to fight service changes
A number of fire crews in South Wales plan to protest over a new duty system that could lead to job cuts in the region.
Firefighters are to air their views in a fire authority meeting today after it was revealed that up to 48 could lose their jobs at three stations because the South Wales Fire and Rescue Service looks to save £1.5million.
The Fire Brigades Union (FBU) also anticipates longer working hours and other implications for its members and so plans to discuss this with the fire authority at their headquarters in Llantrisant, Rhondda Cynon Taf.
However, Kevin Barry, Deputy Chief Fire Officer for the fire service has declared that there has been a “great deal of misunderstanding” over these proposals and hopes to make everything clear through consultation with the union over the next few weeks.
The issue revolves around a self-rostering system which come into force at the three fire stations (Maesteg, Penarth and New Inn in Pontypool) with firefighters against the loss of jobs and new working patterns.
Mark Watt, the chair of South Wales FBU Brigade has said that members are worried these kinds of changes are set to continue if they agree to the proposals:
“That means there will be massive job losses, huge health, safety and welfare implications for our members and a virtual working week of some 90 to 100 hours.”
“This is totally unacceptable to our members and they intend to fight it.”
Ensure your business is fitted with appropriate fire alarm systems
The fire alarm system is usually the first thing to alert you to a fire. This equipment can detect a fire, enabling you and your staff to safely evacuate the building. Therefore, you would think that this was one of the highest priorities for any business. However, many companies are found each year to have ignored these fire safety requirements.
Fire safety equipment is not just a legal necessity to avoid possible sanctions against the business as you are required to provide a safe environment for your employees to work, but can also protect your company assets should you ever need to make an insurance claim.
This is why it is imperative that you take these warnings seriously and ensure you have the right solution for your individual business needs. There are various types of fire alarm systems available and these go from basic entry level conventional alarms to complex integrated systems, wireless alarms and remote monitoring.
Nowadays, when you speak to the fire safety professionals you can benefit from more than just fire training, but can also have these fire alarm systems installed and maintained for you. You can rest assured that by using a BAFE-approved organisation for your requirements, you will comply with all current legislation.
Fire safety is of paramount importance when caring for the elderly
There have been a number of tragic cases reported in the news quite recently where the owners of residential care homes and those responsible for the protection of those living under their care have been negligent when it came to fire safety.
These kinds of incidents are unacceptable as you owe it to those living in your property to provide a safe place to live where people, many who are immobile, can stay and be cared for without faulty equipment or inappropriate staff training causing injury due to fire, or even loss of life.
This is why it is important to send employees who work in this employment on a Fire Safety in Residential Care Homes course, which has been designed to provide thorough training on the issues faced in this situation.
Residents who live in care homes often have the need for assistance in getting about the place and you will come across people who suffer from a range of conditions which may need to be considered when thinking about fire safety. A course such as this can help when having to organise the safe evacuation of a building, for instance.
A specific course such as this can highlight the procedures you will need to follow in these kinds of surroundings. As well as courses for particular industries there are also fire awareness training courses and other training to meet the needs of your business.
Fire Awareness Training – Portsmouth
Has made me more aware and I will be checking things at work and also at home – LA
Liked use of mixed media – LE
Found this training more satisfactory and have learnt alot more which i had no idea of – TM
Excellent definately learnt more about fire – SW
Training not only relevant to the work place but also to home/house – LB
All information was very relevant, instructor made the course interesting – HS
Very well presented, relevant for my job – TO’B