Nursing Home Fire Safety Training
Ireland's first CPD-certified Nursing Home Fire Safety Training. This 3-hour, 80% hands-on course ensures HIQA Regulation 28 compliance and equips staff with practical evacuation and response skills.
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Ireland’s first CPD-certified nursing home fire safety training programme. Delivered on-site at your facility by qualified fire safety professionals. Available nationwide across Ireland.
Course Overview
Phoenix STS is Ireland’s first provider of officially recognised CPD certification for nursing home fire safety training. We go beyond simply meeting regulatory checklists; we empower your staff to cultivate a truly proactive fire safety culture that prioritises resident well-being above all else. Designed explicitly for Irish residential care facilities and elder care homes, this highly practical 3-hour programme (80% hands-on) equips all nursing home staff with the essential skills and confidence to safeguard residents and respond effectively in any fire situation. Our course aligns with the Fire Safety Handbook: A Guide for Providers and Staff of Designated Centres, published by HIQA in 2025. This course is meticulously designed to meet all HIQA Fire Precautions (Regulation 28) requirements, providing demonstrably robust safety protocols for inspections.
Who Should Attend
This course is designed for all staff working within a nursing home.
Clinical Staff
Registered Nurses, Healthcare Assistants, Senior Clinical Persons, and Care Supervisors.
Non-Clinical Staff
Administrative, Catering and Kitchen, Housekeeping and Cleaning, and Maintenance Personnel.
Management
Nursing Home Managers, Directors of Nursing, Deputy Managers, and Person in Charge (PIC).
Other Care Settings
Residential Care Facility Staff, Disability Services, Respite Care, and Day Care Centre Staff.
What You’ll Learn
Modules 1-2: Fire Safety Essentials and Facility Walk and Talk Orientation.
Practical Modules
Modules 3-4: Fire Extinguisher Training and Evacuation Equipment.
Why Choose This Course
Ireland's First CPD-Certified
Phoenix STS is Ireland's first CPD-certified fire safety training provider for nursing homes.
HIQA Regulation 28 Compliant
Designed to meet HIQA Regulation 28 requirements.
80% Hands-On Training
Predominantly practical training approach.
Nursing Home Specific
Engineered for Irish residential care facilities.
Expert Healthcare Instructors
Instructors with fire engineering qualifications.
Manufacturer-Authorised
Authorised for Hospital Aids and Exitmaster products.
What’s Included
Course materials, CPD Certificate, Phoenix STS Certificate, practical equipment training, facility Walk and Talk, fire drill, post-course support, renewal reminders, and digital checklist templates.
Our Training Approach
Fire Safety Essentials
Theory and fire prevention strategies.
Facility Walk and Talk
Guided facility tour.
Extinguisher Training
Hands-on extinguisher practice.
Evacuation Techniques
Ski Evacuation Sheets and Pads training.
Fire Safety Essentials
Theory and fire prevention strategies.
Facility Walk and Talk
Guided facility tour.
Extinguisher Training
Hands-on extinguisher practice.
Evacuation Techniques
Ski Evacuation Sheets and Pads training.
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion, you will be able to prevent fires, identify hazards, respond correctly to fire scenarios, operate fire extinguishers, evacuate residents safely, and apply HIQA Regulation 28 requirements.
Legal Requirements
Fire safety training is legally required under the Health Act 2007 Regulations, Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003, and Safety Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. HIQA enforces compliance.
Benefits
For Resident Safety
Enhanced protection through staff competence.
For Your Organisation
Demonstrable HIQA compliance.
Course Details
3 hours, max 16 learners, on-site, CPD certified, valid 1 year, 80% practical, nationwide, 7 days a week.
Prerequisites
No formal prerequisites. Comfortable clothing required.
Assessment and Certification
Continuous practical observation. CPD Certificate and Phoenix STS Certificate provided on the day.
Our Instructors
Qualified fire engineers, members of NAHFO, IFE, IOSH. Authorised by Hospital Aids and Exitmaster. ISO certified.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, under the Health Act 2007 Regulations.
Annually. Certificate valid 1 year.
CPD Standards Office certified, 3 CPD hours.
Yes, exclusively on-site at your facility.
All training equipment provided by Phoenix STS.
Maximum 16 learners per session.
How This Course Compares
CPD certified, nursing home specific, facility orientation, HIQA aligned, expert instructors.
Nationwide Nursing Home Fire Safety Training
Available across all 26 counties in Ireland.
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Over 25 Years' Experience
Phoenix STS has been delivering fire safety training and consultancy services across Ireland since 2000. Trusted by over 500 organisations including nursing homes, hospitals, and healthcare facilities nationwide. ISO 45001:2018 and ISO 9001:2015 certified.
Irish Owned & Operated
Proudly Irish owned and headquartered in Longford, we understand the unique regulatory landscape of Irish healthcare. Our courses are specifically designed for HIQA compliance and Irish fire safety legislation.
Qualified Fire Safety Experts
Our instructors hold fire engineering qualifications and are members of NAHFO, IFE, IOSH, IIESMS, IIRSM, IHEEM, and L&DI. All are qualified People Moving and Handling Instructors with specialist healthcare fire safety experience.