About this training
Practical extinguisher familiarisation gives employers a way to discuss equipment awareness alongside the decision to evacuate. This is awareness training, with any demonstration or participant activity subject to provider confirmation. Content should emphasise raising the alarm, maintaining a safe escape route and recognising when attempting to fight a fire is inappropriate.
Venue conditions, equipment, accessibility and local restrictions may affect whether proposed activities are suitable. Safety Training Finder connects employers with providers and does not deliver training or supply a fire exercise. Ask the provider to confirm credentials, availability, risk controls and the exact practical arrangements before including staff in a booking.
Training objectives
- Recognise when evacuation takes priority over intervention
- Identify extinguisher types and their intended applications
- Explain safe approach and escape route considerations
- Practise familiarisation activities within provider safety controls
Topics covered
- Alarm raising and evacuation priorities
- Fire classes and extinguisher selection
- Equipment checks and limitations
- Safe positioning and escape routes
- Provider supervised familiarisation activities
- Stopping intervention and withdrawing safely
Who should attend
- Employees with nominated workplace fire roles
- Supervisors coordinating local emergency arrangements
- Facilities teams reviewing extinguisher familiarisation needs
- Staff included in workplace evacuation planning
Relevant industries
Delivery options to request
Onsite at your workplace
Share your venue, access requirements and the tasks you want considered so a provider can assess suitability.
Virtual instructor-led
Discuss live sessions across sites, including time zones, connectivity and participant numbers.
Delivery availability must be confirmed for the actual course and location.
Benefits to your organisation
- Clearer understanding that safe evacuation takes priority
- More informed discussion of extinguisher selection limits
- Opportunities for supervised equipment familiarisation where confirmed
- Better alignment with workplace emergency response procedures
Group and bulk training
You can request group awareness training with practical familiarisation, subject to provider confirmation of facilities, controls and availability.
Discuss staged groups, suitable venues and equipment arrangements with the provider when planning larger workforce bookings.
Frequently asked questions
Will participants use extinguishers on a live fire?+
Live fire activities are not assumed and may be unsuitable for the venue or conditions. Ask the actual provider to confirm the proposed method, safety controls, relevant credentials and availability before communicating practical activity details to staff.
Is this awareness training or a competency assessment?+
This entry is for practical familiarisation as awareness training, not a promised competency assessment. The actual provider must confirm their credentials, session scope, availability and what any completion record represents before you finalise a booking.
Can a virtual session include practical familiarisation?+
You can request a virtual discussion or demonstration, but do not assume it includes supervised hands on practice. Confirm the actual provider credentials, available format and activity limits, and discuss any separate practical arrangements before booking.