One Day Training on Fire Safety in Purpose-Built Blocks of Flats Guide (Public)

Thursday 24th April 2025

Venue Details

De Vere Horsley Park

Ockham Road South, East Horsley, Surrey KT24 6DT

Telephone: 01483 917 075

Website: https://www.devere.co.uk/horsley-estate

A comprehensive one-day fire safety training event following amendments to the English and Welsh legislation and guidance following the current findings from the Public Inquiry, into the fire and loss of life at Grenfell Tower.

Who will benefit from attending?

This event is suitable for all those involved in the management, assessment and enforcement of fire safety in purpose-built blocks of flats. It will be particularly relevant to private and social landlords, other housing providers, risk assessors and enforcement authorities.  The course is accredited with 6 FIA CPD hours and 6 IFSM CPD hours.

Learning Outcomes

Delegates will:

• • Enhance their knowledge of the laws governing fire safety in blocks of flats.
  • Increase their understanding of the fire safety design principles associated with blocks of flats.
  • Have the opportunity to explore the “stay put” policy and when it is appropriate.
  • Obtain insight into why fire risk assessment and fire safety in blocks of flats differs from other buildings.
  • Gain an understanding of fire safety legislation following recent changes.
  • Examine legislative requirements and changes for Fire Risk Assessment (FRA).
  • Review the fire risk assessment process.
  • Understand the status of PAS 79-2.
  • Have an awareness of some trending fire hazards and their elimination or control measures.
  • Have an overview of the status of available and proposed fire safety guidance.
  • Be provided with an update on fire safety measures and compartmentation.
  • Gain an overview of BS 8629 – Evacuation Alert System.
  • Be updated on ‘where we are’ concerning means of escape for disabled and the current situation.
  • Have an understanding of management of fire safety following changes to legislation.

Delegates will have an opportunity to discuss technical and management issues associated with this important guidance.

Trainers:

Our courses are delivered by a mix of trainers.  All our trainers are fire risk assessors, who understand the practicalities of working in the field, as well as being experienced trainers.

Our team of trainers include:

Cost

£345 plus VAT per delegate – to be prepaid (by cheque or BACS or credit card excluding AMEX).

Included in the cost: Set of course notes, tea, coffee and lunch.

Accommodation is not included.

 Terms and Conditions

1. We have limited places on each course.  Therefore, confirmed bookings will be made upon receipt of payment on a first come, first served basis.
2. In order to book a place, please complete the online booking form and return with payment in full.  On receipt of payment, confirmation of your booking will be sent to you.
3. Cancellations within 14 days of the course are non-refundable.