Level 1 Award in Fire Awareness at Work (RQF)

Fire safety is everyone’s responsibility. This Level 1 Award in Fire Awareness at Work is a regulated qualification designed to provide all employees with the essential knowledge needed to stay safe and act decisively in the event of an emergency.

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Level 1 Award in Fire Awareness at Work (RQF)

Who should attend?

This qualification is suitable for employees who are required to undertake training in fire awareness at work. The qualification has been developed to meet the training requirements outlined in best practice guidance.

Whether you are a new starter or simply updating your skills, this course breaks down the fundamentals of fire prevention—from identifying common hazards to understanding the "Triangle of Fire." You will learn the critical steps of an evacuation, how to raise an alarm, and the basic principles of fire-fighting equipment.

Pre-Requisites:

This qualification is available to those over 14 years. Candidates should be at least a level 1 numeracy and literacy or equivalent.

Fire Safety

Our on-site fire safety courses offer in-depth fire safety training to organisations across the UK. These comprehensive fire safety courses train employees to minimise and control fire risks safely.

Learn essential topics such as fire awareness, fire extinguisher training, fire warden (marshal) training, and fire risk assessments in our fire safety course.

The course is specifically tailored to your business needs. This is an on-site training where our qualified and competent instructor delivers the course at your preferred location.

Whether you're looking to simply raise staff awareness, educate teachers and staff who work in a school environment, care, construction or train as a fire marshal/warden, with our accredited Fire Safety Training will meet those needs. Safety Fit have a wide range of courses available.

For your quick quotation, call us now or select the course you require and book online.

Level 1 Award in Fire Awareness at Work (RQF)

By completing this training, you help ensure a safer workplace for yourself and your colleagues while helping your organisation meet its legal safety requirements.

Study Hours

Half-day In-House Training

Corporate Course

The course will be run at your venue and can be attended by up to 12 learners.

Flexible Booking

We will attend your site on the dates and times given.

Assessment

The tutor will complete a range of assessment activities.

Pricing

All inclusive - no hidden charges.

Location

Nationwide

Participants

Up to 12

Bespoke Solutions

Customised consultancy and training to fit your unique business requirements.

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Fire Safety Testimonials

"In a laboratory environment, fire risks are specific, high-consequence, and intertwined with complex scientific work.

Generic training simply doesn't suffice. Safety Fit impressed us with their depth of preparation; they took the time to understand our specific chemical agents, instrumentation, and emergency protocols.

The training they developed was technically precise, risk-focused, and, crucially, designed to minimise disruption to critical testing procedures.

They equipped our scientists and technicians not just with knowledge, but with the analytical skills to assess dynamic risks.

For a company where safety and precision are paramount, we found in Safety Fit a consultant of exceptional calibre and expertise."

Eurofins

Safety manager

"At Mama Shelter, our atmosphere is vibrant and guest-focused, but safety is the non-negotiable foundation of everything we do. Safety Fit delivered fire safety training that was as engaging and dynamic as our brand.

They moved beyond dry lectures to create interactive, scenario-based sessions that were relevant for every member of our team, from chefs to mixologists to our front-of-house crew.

The emphasis on clear communication and calm leadership during an emergency was particularly impactful.

They helped us embed a robust safety culture that protects both our teams and our guests without compromising on the energy we're known for. Highly recommended for the hospitality sector."

Mama Shelter

General Manager

Managing fire safety across hundreds of stores and distribution centres is a complex challenge.

Safety Fit didn't just deliver a standard training course; they provided a tailored, scalable solution that truly resonated with our teams.

Their trainers spoke our language, using relatable scenarios from our daily retail and warehouse operations.

The shift from seeing fire safety as a 'tick-box exercise' to an integral part of daily operations has been remarkable. Their follow-up audit support was also invaluable in ensuring consistency.

We now have a more confident, proactive workforce when it comes to safety. Safety Fit was a true partner in upholding our duty of care."

Homebase

General Store Manager
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