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Basic Fire Safety Course

Gain the skills you need to advance your career. This course offers hands-on learning, expert guidance, and real-world applications designed to help you grow.

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INTRODUCTION

It is a requirement by law for a person who own, manage or control a commercial property, to protect everyone who lives in, works within or visits there building from the threat of fire as far as is possible. IRES has designed Training Course on Basic Fire Safety to raise awareness of fire hazards in the workplace and how to act safely in the event of an emergency fire situation, including evacuating people in the event of fire and selecting and using fire extinguisher.

Therefore, this training course have been developed to arm your employees with important skill and necessary knowledge and technical ability should a fire ever occur.

Duration

5 Days

Who should attend?

This course is designed for all staff and specifically; line managers, supervisors, Occupational health and safety officer, operations officer and any other person interested in knowing more about fire safety


Course Level: Intermediate

Course Outline

Course Objectives

  • Understand the major causes of fires in the work place
  • Know how to reduce fire risks, deal with fires if appropriate and escape safely in the event of fire
  • Learn how to prevent fires
  • Look for possible fire hazards and report them
  • Be aware of fire safety devices in their office and building
  • Be familiar with the building's emergency procedures
  • Know what to do if a fire breaks out
  • Learn how to evacuate quietly and calmly

Course Modules

Course Outline

MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO BASIC FIRE SAFETY

  • What is fire?
  • The fire triangle
  • Types of fire
  • The behavior of fire
  • The common causes of fire

MODULE 2: PERSONAL SAFETY

  • Personal safety
  • Accountability
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Response on the apparatus

MODULE 3: FIRE PREVENTION

  • Goals of fire prevention
  • Fire hazards
  • Prevention measures
  • Housekeeping
  • Electrical wiring
  • Other serious life safety hazards
  • Office building fire safety facility

MODULE 3:  EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLAN

  • What to do if a fire breaks out
  • Emergency equipment and location
  • Evacuation plan and emergency information
  • Emergency procedure
  • Individual requiring assistance

MODULE 4: FIRE EXTINGUISHER

  • Types of fire extinguishers
  • Fire extinguisher features
  • How to use fire extinguishers (P.A.S.S)
  • Fire extinguisher maintenance
  • General rules for fire fighting

MODULE 5: FIGHTING FIRE

  • Make the correct decision in the process of fighting a fire
  • Fighting a fire
  • Fighting the fire
  • Procedure after the fire
  • Handing over to the emergency services
  • ROAST (Report, Observe, Abort, Splay, Take off)
  • Methods of extinguishment

Module 6: Fire Drill

  • Field visit
  • Practical- fire drill

Course Administration Details

Methodology

These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).

Training Venue

The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation and Airport Transfer

Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]


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Course Schedules

We are proud to offer this course in a variety of training formats to suit your needs. We use the highest quality learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable as possible. Our face to face calendar allows you to choose any classroom course of your choice to be delivered at any venue of your choice - offering you the ultimate in convenience and value for money.

January 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
5 Jan - 9 Jan 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
5 Jan - 9 Jan 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
12 Jan - 16 Jan 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
12 Jan - 16 Jan 5 days Dubai $3,900 Individual Group
19 Jan - 23 Jan 5 days Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
19 Jan - 23 Jan 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
26 Jan - 30 Jan 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
26 Jan - 30 Jan 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

February 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
2 Feb - 6 Feb 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
2 Feb - 6 Feb 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
9 Feb - 13 Feb 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
9 Feb - 13 Feb 5 days Dubai $3,900 Individual Group
16 Feb - 20 Feb 5 days Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
16 Feb - 20 Feb 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
23 Feb - 27 Feb 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
23 Feb - 27 Feb 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

March 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
2 Mar - 6 Mar 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
2 Mar - 6 Mar 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
9 Mar - 13 Mar 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
9 Mar - 13 Mar 5 days Dubai $3,900 Individual Group
16 Mar - 20 Mar 5 days Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
16 Mar - 20 Mar 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
23 Mar - 27 Mar 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
23 Mar - 27 Mar 5 days Johannesburg $3,100 Individual Group

April 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
6 Apr - 10 Apr 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
6 Apr - 10 Apr 5 days Addis Ababa $3,900 Individual Group
13 Apr - 17 Apr 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
13 Apr - 17 Apr 5 days Arusha $2,100 Individual Group
20 Apr - 24 Apr 5 days Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
20 Apr - 24 Apr 5 days Cairo $4,200 Individual Group
27 Apr - 1 May 5 days Machakos KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
27 Apr - 1 May 5 days Pretoria $3,100 Individual Group

May 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
4 May - 8 May 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
4 May - 8 May 5 days Addis Ababa $3,900 Individual Group
11 May - 15 May 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
11 May - 15 May 5 days Arusha $2,100 Individual Group
18 May - 22 May 5 days Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
18 May - 22 May 5 days Cairo $4,200 Individual Group
25 May - 29 May 5 days Machakos KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
25 May - 29 May 5 days Pretoria $3,100 Individual Group

June 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
1 Jun - 5 Jun 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
1 Jun - 5 Jun 5 days Addis Ababa $3,900 Individual Group
8 Jun - 12 Jun 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
8 Jun - 12 Jun 5 days Arusha $2,100 Individual Group
15 Jun - 19 Jun 5 days Kisumu KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
15 Jun - 19 Jun 5 days Cairo $4,200 Individual Group
22 Jun - 26 Jun 5 days Machakos KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
22 Jun - 26 Jun 5 days Pretoria $3,100 Individual Group

July 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
6 Jul - 10 Jul 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
6 Jul - 10 Jul 5 days Kuala Lumpur $5,900 Individual Group
13 Jul - 17 Jul 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
13 Jul - 17 Jul 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
20 Jul - 24 Jul 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
20 Jul - 24 Jul 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
27 Jul - 31 Jul 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
27 Jul - 31 Jul 5 days Cape Town $3,100 Individual Group

August 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
3 Aug - 7 Aug 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
3 Aug - 7 Aug 5 days Kuala Lumpur $5,900 Individual Group
10 Aug - 14 Aug 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
10 Aug - 14 Aug 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
17 Aug - 21 Aug 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
17 Aug - 21 Aug 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
24 Aug - 28 Aug 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
24 Aug - 28 Aug 5 days Cape Town $3,100 Individual Group

September 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
7 Sep - 11 Sep 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
7 Sep - 11 Sep 5 days Kuala Lumpur $5,900 Individual Group
14 Sep - 18 Sep 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
14 Sep - 18 Sep 5 days Dar es Salaam $2,100 Individual Group
21 Sep - 25 Sep 5 days Naivasha KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
21 Sep - 25 Sep 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
28 Sep - 2 Oct 5 days Nakuru KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
28 Sep - 2 Oct 5 days Cape Town $3,100 Individual Group

October 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
5 Oct - 9 Oct 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
5 Oct - 9 Oct 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
12 Oct - 16 Oct 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
12 Oct - 16 Oct 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
19 Oct - 23 Oct 5 days Machakos KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
19 Oct - 23 Oct 5 days Singapore $5,500 Individual Group
26 Oct - 30 Oct 5 days Machakos KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
26 Oct - 30 Oct 5 days Singapore $5,500 Individual Group

November 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
2 Nov - 6 Nov 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
2 Nov - 6 Nov 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
9 Nov - 13 Nov 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
9 Nov - 13 Nov 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
16 Nov - 20 Nov 5 days Machakos KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
16 Nov - 20 Nov 5 days Singapore $5,500 Individual Group
23 Nov - 27 Nov 5 days Machakos KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
23 Nov - 27 Nov 5 days Singapore $5,500 Individual Group

December 2026

Date Duration Mode Standard Fee Action
7 Dec - 11 Dec 5 days Nairobi KES 99,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
7 Dec - 11 Dec 5 days Kigali $1,850 Individual Group
14 Dec - 18 Dec 5 days Mombasa KES 115,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
14 Dec - 18 Dec 5 days Kampala $2,000 Individual Group
21 Dec - 25 Dec 5 days Machakos KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
21 Dec - 25 Dec 5 days Singapore $5,500 Individual Group
28 Dec - 1 Jan 5 days Machakos KES 110,000 | $1,500 Individual Group
28 Dec - 1 Jan 5 days Singapore $5,500 Individual Group

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