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Workplace safety

Fire Marshalling — Theory Only

A one-day course focused on fire marshalling theory, staff responsibilities and local emergency arrangements. Build understanding of the role without a practical exercise.

1 dayChildren’s homes & schools

Who is this course for?

Staff and managers whose fire safety learning needs can be addressed through a theory-only course. Use your workplace assessment and responsibilities to discuss suitability.

The value for your team

What your team will work towards

  • Explore the fire marshal’s role and fire risk awareness.
  • Understand how local emergency arrangements shape staff responsibilities.
  • Consider communication and coordination within your team.

What the course covers

  • The role and responsibilities of a fire marshal
  • Awareness of workplace fire risks
  • The purpose of local emergency arrangements
  • Communication and coordination within staff teams
  • Connecting the course with your own fire safety procedures
Course information

How the course works

Learning & delivery

A one-day theory course on fire marshalling. It does not include a practical exercise; a separate practical option is available.

All PCT courses are delivered face to face.

Assessment & certification

Completion requires the agreed attendance and, where applicable, demonstrated knowledge or practical performance. Your proposal explains how learning is assessed for this course.

Certificate issued by
Prime Care Training (PCT)
Certificate title
Fire Marshal Training – Theory
PCT renewal interval
12 months
Course length
1 day
Group size
Up to 12 learners

PCT issues its own course certificates after successful completion and cleared payment. Renewal intervals shown are PCT’s course intervals; your organisation may identify a need for earlier refresher learning. Read the booking and assessment arrangements.

Plan your booking

Your workplace needs determine whether theory-only learning is suitable. Your proposal sets out the agenda and assessment arrangements.