Online passive fire protection training updated by ASFP

Delivered in eight learning modules, the new improved Online Introduction to Passive Fire Protection course covers key elements of design, installation and inspection. It’s intended to provide a first step for those considering a career in the passive fire protection industry.

The learning modules included are as follows:

*Putting passive fire protection in context

*The basics of structural fire protection

*Introduction to fire-resisting walls and floors

*Introduction to cavity barriers

*Introduction to fire-resisting doors and glazing

*Introduction to fire-resisting ductwork and dampers

*Introduction to fire stopping

*Introduction to fire testing and certification

The Online Introduction to Passive Fire Protection (Installation) course takes the content from the general introduction course and is specifically tailored for those undertaking installation activities. It contextualises the information in the generic introduction course and provides instruction on particular features and concerns to consider during the installation of passive fire protection systems.

Both courses use images, animations, audio and video to enhance the learning experience and introduce the key features of each type of passive fire protection system. Each course takes around three hours to complete. Learning may be undertaken at a time to suit, with learners stopping and starting as necessary.

Successful completion of the courses provides learners with a sense of what good fire protection in buildings looks like. This will then allow them to better understand the role of the various fire safety measures in the built environment, and in particular passive fire protection.

Chris Sharman, training manager at the ASFP, commented: “The ASFP is pleased to offer the new and improved Introduction course, which has been developed in partnership with Milford and Marah, itself an experienced training consultancy. This partnership has enabled us to create a new and industry-leading course of instruction which offers an enhanced learning experience, delivering expert knowledge in a clear, concise and engaging format.”

Sharman added: “The improved modular format will also enable us to tailor the course to particular industry sectors, as exemplified by our new version which is targeted directly at system installers.”

*Further information is available online at www.asfp.org.uk