NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety

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Through this qualification, learners will gain the building blocks required to conduct suitable and sufficient fire risk assessments. The course explores the principles of fire behaviour, legal duties under fire‑safety legislation, and the practical steps necessary to identify hazards, evaluate risks, and implement proportionate controls.

Course Duration: 5 Days - plus additional 1-day exam revision

Course Location: Inverness/Highlands, Aberdeen, Glasgow, Edinburgh

Aberdeen: 23 - 27 February '26

Inverness: 2 - 6 March '26

Inverness: 6 - 10 April '26

Inverness: 1 - 6 June '26

Course Cost (in person) £995 + VAT - Includes Course Workbook, initial NEBOSH Exam Fees and additional revision/exam preparation day

Assessment is carried out through an open‑book exam that mirrors real‑world decision‑making, allowing you to apply your knowledge in a practical, meaningful way.

With a maximum of six learners per course, you benefit from focused support, personalised guidance, and a genuinely collaborative learning environment that helps you get the most out of your training.

For those financing this training themselves we offer a further 8% off the VAT inclusive price.

Contact us for a quote to run this course in-company

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Who gains the most from the NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety?

This course is ideal for anyone with a responsibility for managing fire safety within a workplace or premises. It’s particularly valuable for responsible persons, duty holders, employers, building owners, facilities managers, and those involved in health and safety roles.

Whether you’re new to fire‑safety management or looking to strengthen your existing knowledge, the course provides clear, practical guidance that helps you confidently meet your legal obligations and contribute to a safer environment for everyone.

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What will I gain from this qualification?

By completing this qualification, you will develop the confidence and competence to play an active role in managing fire safety within your organisation. You’ll learn how to identify potential hazards, assess levels of risk, and implement effective control measures that reduce the likelihood and impact of fire.

The course equips you with practical, real‑world skills that support both legal compliance and best practice. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your responsibilities, improved decision‑making abilities, and the knowledge needed to contribute to a safer, more resilient workplace.

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What benefits will my employer gain from this qualification?

A safer workplace - Your organisation benefits from improved fire‑safety awareness, reduced risk, and greater protection of people, property, and operations.

Stronger legal compliance - The qualification helps employers meet their fire‑safety duties by ensuring staff understand how to assess risks and implement appropriate controls.

Real value and return on investment - Employees gain practical, applicable skills that enhance safety performance and support a more resilient, well‑managed workplace.

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What does the course cover?

Principles of fire and explosion, causes and prevention of fires, fire protection in buildings and ensuring the safety of people in the event of fire. Crucially, the practical element of the course also ensures that participants can carry out, unaided, a fire risk assessment and prepare a recommendations report for management within most low risk workplaces.

Further details including a qualification guide can be found on our website.

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How is the course assessed?

Candidates are assessed with written examinations for each of the two taught units (NGC1 and FC1).

Candidates must carry out a fire risk assessment (FC2) in a real workplace to demonstrate application of the theory studied.

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Are you already one step towards your next NEBOSH Certificate?

Unit NGC1 of this qualification (Management of Health and Safety) is common to the NEBOSH National General Certificate, the National Certificate in Construction and the Certificate in Fire Safety. You do not have to sit Unit NGC1 again if you have passed it within the last five years.

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Pre-Course Preparation

None required.

Certification

Delegates who successfully complete the three exams will receive a NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety.

Course package

The price of this course is subject to VAT (at the standard rate) but includes:  Tuition, NEBOSH registration, certification and initial examination fees.  Additionally, The Certificate in Fire Safety course textbooks and refreshments.

Safety Zone Ltd is an accredited NEBOSH provider 1449

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