Course overview
The NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety is the ideal choice for Facilities and Health and Safety Managers, Health and Safety Officers or anyone taking responsibility for conducting and managing fire risk assessments in business. It sets out clearly the steps and methods for reducing the potential for an incident related to fire.
FSC1: Fire safety and risk management
- Managing fire safety
- Principles of fire and explosion
- Fire protection in buildings
- Safety of people in the event of fire
- Fire safety risk assessment
FSC2: Fire safety practical application
- Risk assessment in a work context
Course benefits
Ensuring that companies understand and are able to meet legal compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Competent to conduct and complete fire risk assessments and gives internal ability to implement preventative or control measures to reduce risks.
Included in the course costs are the following: Course materials, books, lunches, marked homework each week, marked mock exams and exam registration
Please note
THIS COURSE TAKES PLACE OVER A SIX WEEK PERIOD - ONCE A WEEK, WITH AN EXAM IN THE SEVENTH WEEK
No previous health and safety knowledge is required, however the standard of English required must be such that delegates can both understand and articulate the concepts contained in the syllabus. NEBOSH suggest that at least 20 hours of private study time is allocated in addition to the taught component.
This course specification has been put together to achieve the key learning aims appealing to a broad range of customers. PETA are able to use this course as the basis of a bespoke programme if you would like the learning outcomes to be specific to your organisation. Contact us for more information on our bespoke training options.

Course dates and fees
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| Date: 25 Mar 2026 | Location: Portsmouth | Duration: 6.5 day - once per week | Availability: Spaces | Member Price: £1,397.00 (Fees + VAT) | Non-Member Price: £1,643.00 (Fees + VAT) |
Assessment & accreditation
This qualification has a two-step assessment process which consists of an open book examination (OBE), and a practical fire risk assessment. Delegates will also be required to attend a closing interview, in the week following their OBE