Fire Safety Managers Course
CPD-Certified 1-Day Programme — 6.5 Hours — Fire Services Act Compliant — 3-Year Certification
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Course Overview
Comprehensive training for those with responsibility for fire safety management in the workplace. This CPD-accredited, 6.5-hour course covers legislation, fire risk assessment, evacuation planning, fire safety systems, and record keeping. The Fire Safety Manager acts as a focus for all fire safety matters within the workplace. The role may be combined with other operational roles such as health and safety, risk management, logistics, or facilities management. This course provides the knowledge and skills needed to fulfil the role effectively and ensure compliance. Delivered on-site across Ireland, via Microsoft Teams, or at scheduled public courses with 3-year certification.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for those with responsibility for fire safety management within their workplace.
Fire Safety Managers
Those designated as the Fire Safety Manager for their organisation or premises, or those taking on the role.
H&S Managers & Advisors
Health and safety managers and advisors with fire safety responsibilities within their remit.
Facilities & Plant Managers
Plant and facilities managers responsible for building safety, fire systems maintenance, and compliance.
Directors & Senior Managers
Directors and senior managers with legal responsibilities for fire safety compliance under the Fire Services Acts.
Topics Covered
- Fire safety legislation: Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003
- Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 (fire-related duties)
- The role and responsibilities of the Fire Safety Manager
- Fire risk assessment: principles, methodology, and documentation
- Fire safety management plans: preparation and review
- Evacuation planning and emergency procedures
- Fire drill management and documentation
- Passive fire protection: compartmentation, fire doors, fire stopping
- Active fire protection: detection, alarm, suppression, and emergency lighting
- Fire safety record keeping and documentation requirements
- Fire warden roles, duties, and management
- Working with the fire brigade and emergency services
Course Details
Delivery
On-site at your premises anywhere in Ireland, scheduled public courses, or remote instructor-led via Microsoft Teams.
Duration
6.5 hours (1 full day) — includes theory, case studies, and practical exercises.
CPD Accreditation
CPD-accredited by the CPD Standards Office (Provider Number: 22657).
Certification
Phoenix STS Fire Managers Certificate valid for 3 years. Refresher recommended before expiry or when fire safety systems change.
Maximum Learners
20 participants per session.
Prerequisites
No formal prerequisites. Suitable for those new to the Fire Safety Manager role as well as those requiring refresher training.
Why Choose This Course
Equip your Fire Safety Manager with the knowledge to protect your people, premises, and business.
Fire Services Act Compliant
Covers duties under the Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003, ensuring your Fire Safety Manager understands all legal obligations.
CPD-Accredited
Accredited by the CPD Standards Office (Provider No. 22657). Recognised certification for career progression.
Comprehensive Curriculum
Covers legislation, risk assessment, evacuation planning, passive and active fire protection, record keeping, and fire warden management.
Expert Fire Safety Instructors
All instructors are qualified fire engineers with BEng Fire Engineering and Fire Safety Technician (FST.IIESMS) recognition.
Practical Application
Case studies, worked examples, and practical exercises — not just legislation. Apply learning to your own workplace.
Flexible Delivery
On-site, public courses, or remote via Microsoft Teams. Same curriculum, same certification.
What’s Included
Your course fee includes:
Comprehensive Course Materials — fire safety management reference pack and course handouts
CPD-Accredited Certificate — Phoenix STS Fire Managers Certificate valid for 3 years
Fire Safety Management Templates — fire safety plan templates, inspection checklists, and record-keeping forms
Case Studies — real-world scenarios exploring fire safety management challenges and solutions
Legislation Reference — key sections of the Fire Services Acts and Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
Post-Course Email Support — direct access to your instructor for guidance after the course
Renewal Reminder Service — we’ll contact you before your 3-year certificate expires
What You’ll Learn
The course covers six core areas of fire safety management.
Fire Safety Legislation
Your duties under the Fire Services Act 1981, Fire Services (Amendment) Act 2003, and the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. Understanding legal responsibilities for fire safety compliance and the consequences of non-compliance.
Fire Risk Assessment
Principles and methodology of fire risk assessment. How to identify fire hazards, evaluate risks, and implement appropriate control measures. Documentation and review requirements.
Evacuation Planning and Fire Drills
Developing and maintaining evacuation plans. Planning and conducting fire drills. Assembly point management. Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans (PEEPs) for persons with disabilities. Fire warden roles and coordination.
Fire Protection Systems
Passive fire protection: compartmentation, fire doors, fire stopping, and structural protection. Active fire protection: fire detection and alarm systems, emergency lighting, sprinklers, and portable fire extinguishers. Maintenance and testing requirements.
Record Keeping and Documentation
What records the Fire Safety Manager must maintain. Fire safety registers, inspection logs, training records, fire drill reports, and maintenance documentation. Evidence gathering for regulatory compliance.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion, you will be able to:
- Understand your legal responsibilities as Fire Safety Manager under Irish legislation
- Conduct and document fire risk assessments for your premises
- Develop and maintain a fire safety management plan
- Plan and conduct fire drills and evacuation exercises
- Understand passive and active fire protection systems and their maintenance
- Manage fire safety record keeping and documentation
- Coordinate fire wardens and their duties
- Liaise with the fire brigade and emergency services
Course Programme
The 6.5-hour programme covers fire safety management comprehensively.
Morning Session: Legislation, Risk Assessment, and Planning
- Welcome and introduction to the Fire Safety Manager role
- Fire safety legislation: Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003
- Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 (fire-related provisions)
- Roles and responsibilities of the Fire Safety Manager
- Fire risk assessment: principles, methodology, and documentation
- Fire safety management plans: preparation and implementation
- Evacuation planning and emergency procedures
Afternoon Session: Fire Protection, Drills, and Record Keeping
- Passive fire protection: compartmentation, fire doors, fire stopping
- Active fire protection: detection, alarms, emergency lighting, suppression
- Portable fire extinguishers: types, selection, and placement
- Fire drill management: planning, execution, and evaluation
- Fire warden duties, training, and coordination
- Fire safety record keeping and documentation requirements
- Working with the fire brigade and emergency services
- Course summary and certification
Legal Framework
The Fire Safety Manager role is underpinned by Irish legislation:
Fire Services Act 1981
The Fire Services Act 1981 requires persons having control of premises to take reasonable measures to guard against fire and ensure the safety of persons on the premises.
Fire Services (Amendment) Act 2003
The 2003 Amendment strengthened duties including requirements for fire safety certificates, fire safety management, and specific obligations for certain building types.
Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005
The 2005 Act requires employers to prepare emergency plans (Section 11), provide training on fire safety (Section 10), and ensure adequate fire safety measures are in place. Non-compliance can result in fines up to €3,000,000 or imprisonment.
HIQA Regulation 28 (Healthcare Facilities)
For nursing homes and designated centres, HIQA’s Fire Precautions regulation requires a designated person with responsibility for fire safety management, regular fire drills, and documented compliance. See also the Designated Centre Fire Safety Managers Course for healthcare-specific training.
Benefits
For the Fire Safety Manager
- Comprehensive understanding of fire safety legislation and your duties
- Practical skills in fire risk assessment and evacuation planning
- Knowledge of passive and active fire protection systems
- Recognised CPD-accredited certification valid for 3 years
- Confidence to manage all fire safety matters in your organisation
For Your Organisation
- Meet legal obligations under the Fire Services Acts and 2005 Act
- A trained, competent Fire Safety Manager who can protect people and premises
- Improved fire safety management, documentation, and compliance
- Better prepared for fire authority inspections and insurance reviews
- Reduced risk of fire-related incidents, injuries, and business disruption
Assessment and Certification
Assessment is through participation, case study analysis, and practical exercises.
Phoenix STS Fire Managers Certificate — valid for 3 years
CPD Certificate — confirming CPD hours (Provider No. 22657)
Refresher Training — recommended every 3 years or when fire safety systems change
Renewal Reminder — we’ll notify you before your certificate expires
Our Instructors
All instructors are qualified fire safety professionals with extensive practical experience. Our instructors hold:
- IFE — Institution of Fire Engineers membership
- IIESMS — Fire Safety Technician (FST.IIESMS) recognition
- IOSH — Institution of Occupational Safety and Health
- IIRSM — International Institute of Risk and Safety Management
Qualifications include BEng Fire Engineering, BSc Environmental Health and Safety Management, and QQI Level 6 Train the Trainer.
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Ensure your organisation has a competent Fire Safety Manager. Places limited to 20. Secure your place today.
ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 certified. CPD-accredited. Over 15 years’ experience across Ireland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Content last reviewed: March 2026.
While Irish legislation does not use the specific title ‘Fire Safety Manager’, the Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003 and the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 require persons in control of premises to ensure fire safety. In practice, this means designating a competent person to manage fire safety — commonly known as the Fire Safety Manager. For HIQA-regulated healthcare facilities, a designated person with fire safety responsibility is explicitly required.
The Phoenix STS Fire Managers Certificate is valid for 3 years. Refresher training is recommended before expiry or when there are changes to fire safety systems, legislation, or building use. We provide a renewal reminder service.
Yes. We run scheduled public Fire Safety Managers Course dates. Public courses are ideal for individual fire safety managers. Visit our public courses page to view upcoming dates and book your place.
Yes. We deliver this course on-site at your premises anywhere in Ireland. On-site delivery allows the content to reference your specific fire safety systems, escape routes, and management procedures.
Yes. We offer live remote delivery via Microsoft Teams with the same curriculum, case studies, and certification as the on-site version.
The Fire Safety Manager should be someone with appropriate authority within the organisation. The role is often combined with health and safety, facilities management, risk management, or a senior operational role. This course provides the knowledge needed regardless of your current background.
The Fire Safety Managers Course is a 6.5-hour programme for the person with overall responsibility for fire safety management in the organisation. Fire Warden Training is a 7-hour programme for staff designated as fire wardens who perform evacuation duties. The Fire Safety Manager typically oversees the fire wardens. Both courses are recommended.
Yes, but we also offer a separate Designated Centre Fire Safety Managers Course specifically for nursing homes and residential care facilities, which covers HIQA Regulation 28 requirements in greater depth. Contact us to discuss which course is most appropriate for your facility.
No. There are no formal prerequisites. The course is designed for those new to the Fire Safety Manager role as well as experienced managers requiring refresher training.
Up to 20 participants per session. This ensures meaningful discussion and participation in case study exercises.
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Fire Safety Managers Course
This course — 6.5-hour management programme
Duration: 6.5 hours
Max: 20 learners
Cert: 3 years
Focus: Overall fire safety management, legislation, risk assessment, systems, record keeping
Ideal for: Designated Fire Safety Managers, facilities managers, directors
Fire Warden Training Course
7-hour programme for wardens
Duration: 7 hours
Max: 20 learners
Cert: 3 years
Focus: Warden duties, evacuation management, practical extinguisher training, fire brigade liaison
Ideal for: Designated fire wardens and fire marshals
Available Nationwide Across Ireland
Phoenix STS delivers the Fire Safety Managers Course on-site at your premises anywhere in Ireland, at scheduled public courses, or via Microsoft Teams.
We have delivered this course to organisations in Dublin, Cork, Galway, Limerick, Waterford, Kilkenny, Athlone, Sligo, Dundalk, Longford, and all counties across Ireland.
Contact us for a training quotation or call 043 334 9611.
Related Courses and Services
Explore our other fire safety courses and consultancy:
- Fire Warden Training Course — 7-hour CPD-certified programme for designated fire wardens.
- Fire Safety Awareness Training — 2-hour on-site course with hands-on extinguisher practice for all staff.
- Nursing Home Fire Safety Training — HIQA-compliant, 3-hour, 80% hands-on programme.
- Designated Centre Fire Safety Managers Course — 1-day HIQA Regulation 28 programme for healthcare fire safety managers.
- Fire Risk Assessment Service — PAS 79-1:2020 compliant assessments by NFRAR-registered assessors.
- Fire Safety Consultancy Services — comprehensive consultancy including evacuation planning and fire door inspections.
Why Choose Phoenix STS
Ireland’s trusted provider of CPD-accredited fire safety training.
Experienced Team
Over 15 years delivering accredited fire safety training. Qualified fire engineers with BEng Fire Engineering.
Irish Owned
Proudly Irish-owned, based in Longford. Courses tailored to Irish fire safety legislation.
Fire Safety Experts
ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 certified. CPD-accredited. HIQA and HSA compliant.