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Basic Fire Fighting Techniques Training

SAQA US 12484 | NQF 2 | Credits 4 | Duration 1 Day
From $691 per delegate

Description

This course equips learners with the fundamental knowledge and practical skills to identify, assess, and respond to workplace fires. Participants will learn to operate basic fire-fighting equipment, apply fire prevention measures, and execute emergency procedures to protect life and property. The training aligns with the SAQA unit standard 12484, ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

Learning Outcomes

  • Identify different classes of fires and select appropriate extinguishing agents.
  • Demonstrate the correct use of fire-fighting equipment, including fire extinguishers and hose reels.
  • Apply fire prevention principles to reduce the risk of fire in the workplace.
  • Implement emergency evacuation procedures and assist in the safe evacuation of personnel.
  • Evaluate fire hazards and report findings to relevant personnel.
  • Perform basic fire-fighting techniques in simulated emergency scenarios.

Target Audience

This course is designed for all employees, particularly those designated as fire fighters or safety representatives, who may be required to respond to fire emergencies in the workplace.

Prerequisites

None — open enrollment. However, learners must be physically able to perform the practical fire-fighting activities.

Course Outline

Day 1: Day 1: Basic Fire Fighting Techniques

Objectives:
• Understand the chemistry of fire and principles of fire behavior
• Identify different classes of fires and appropriate extinguishing agents
• Demonstrate the correct use of fire extinguishers and safety procedures
• Apply emergency response actions including evacuation and alarm raising
• Recognize fire prevention measures and workplace fire safety regulations

Topics:
• Fire triangle and classes of fire (A, B, C, D, K)
• Common causes of fires in the workplace
• Fire prevention and housekeeping
• Types of fire extinguishers and their uses
• Steps for operating a fire extinguisher (PASS technique)
• Emergency evacuation procedures and assembly points
• Roles and responsibilities of a fire warden
• Basic first aid for fire-related injuries

Practicals

No practicals for this training.

This course is made up of exercises and case studies delivered alongside the theory — no separate practical sessions are required to complete it.

Summatives

Each delegate is assessed continuously throughout the course and a final summative test at the end.

Daily Exercises — 30%

Every training day ends with a multiple-choice exercise scored out of 100%. The scores from each daily exercise are averaged across the duration of the course to produce a Daily Average mark, which contributes 30% to the final total.

Final Test — 70%

On the last day a final summative test is written. It is a multiple-choice paper with multiple-answer questions: each question may have more than one correct option, and a single wrong selection on a question marks the entire question wrong — no partial credit. The final test is scored out of 100% and contributes 70% to the overall mark.

Final Total
Component Out of Weight
Daily Average (multiple choice) 100% 30%
Final Test (multi-answer multiple choice) 100% 70%
Final Total 100%

All marks are recorded on the AATICD LMS and visible to each learner under their account.

Certificate

Certificate of Completion

Awarded to delegates who achieve an overall mark of 50% or higher on the Final Total (Daily Average 30% + Final Test 70%).

How it works
  • Certificates are auto-generated on the AATICD LMS as soon as the marks pass the 50% threshold.
  • Each certificate is a branded PDF with the delegate's name, the course title, the unit standard ID, NQF level, credits, and the date of issue.
  • You can download or print your certificate from your LMS dashboard at any time after issue — there's no reissue fee and no expiry date.
  • If you scored under 50% you can sit the final test again at the next scheduled session at no extra cost.
Where to find it

Sign in to the LMS, open your dashboard, and your certificates appear under My Certificates. Each entry has a View / Download button and a print option.

Training Discounts

Group discounts apply automatically — the more delegates you enrol, the greater the saving. Discounts are calculated at 3% per 5 delegates, scaling up to 40% off for 100+ delegates.

Delegates Discount
5 3% off
10 6% off
15 9% off
20 12% off
25 15% off
30 18% off
50 30% off
75 35% off
100 40% off

3% discount per 5 delegates, up to 40% off for 100+ delegates. Contact us for a custom group quote.

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Training Discounts
Delegates Discount
5 3% off
10 6% off
15 9% off
20 12% off
25 15% off
30 18% off
50 30% off
75 35% off
100 40% off

3% off per 5 delegates, up to 40% for 100+

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