ProQual Level 2 Award for Fire Marshals

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Every year, thousands of workplace fires result in devastating injuries, fatalities, and millions in property damage—yet most of these tragedies are entirely preventable. When fire breaks out, those critical first moments determine whether lives are saved or lost. This is where trained professionals make all the difference, turning chaos into coordinated evacuation and panic into purposeful action.

The ProQual Level 2 Award for Fire Marshals equips individuals with the essential skills to become workplace fire safety champions. In just 6 Guided Learning Hours (GLH) and 6 Total Qualification Time (TQT), this qualification transforms ordinary employees into confident first responders who can identify hazards, manage evacuations, and potentially save lives before emergency services arrive.

Whether you're an employer seeking to comply with fire safety regulations or an individual committed to protecting colleagues and property, understanding the role of a fire marshal has never been more critical. This nationally recognized certification isn't just about ticking compliance boxes—it's about empowering people with life-saving knowledge that matters when seconds count

Prerequisites

Course Entry Requirements

ProQual specifies no strict prerequisites, but candidates should meet these for effective participation and completion:

  • Educational background: Basic proficiency in literacy, numeracy, and communication (equivalent to 2 GCSEs grades 9-4 or similar).firequal
  • Qualification/Experience: None required; ideal for workplace nominees with general experience.firequal +1
  • Age: 16 years or older (age ranges: 16-18, 19+).firequal
  • English language proficiency: Sufficient to engage with assessments, including portfolios, written work, and understanding fire safety content.

Course Content

Detailed Curriculum Structure

The ProQual Level 2 Award for Fire Marshals
have following 1 modules:

  1. Principles of Being a Fire Marshal

Learning outcomes of this course ProQual Level 2 Award for Fire Marshals:

Principles of Being a Fire Marshal

  • Understand the hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace
  • Understand how fires can be prevented and controlled in the workplace
  • Understand the principles of fire risk management in the workplace
  • Understand the role of the fire marshal in the workplace

Obtaining the ProQual Level 2 Award for Fire Marshals equips individuals with practical, life-saving competencies that directly impact workplace safety and compliance. This compact qualification bridges the gap between legal requirements and genuine preparedness, enabling fire marshals to respond confidently during emergencies while protecting colleagues, assets, and organizational reputation. Beyond credentials, it fosters a proactive safety culture where risks are identified early and evacuations proceed smoothly.+1

Core Benefits:

  • Legal compliance: Meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) and Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 requirements, protecting employers from penalties and prosecution.+1
  • Life-saving skills: Teaches evacuation procedures, hazard identification, and emergency response techniques that directly prevent injuries and fatalities.+1
  • Rapid completion: Achievable in just 6 Total Qualification Time (TQT) and 6 Guided Learning Hours (GLH), minimizing workplace disruption.
  • Nationally recognized credential: Portable qualification valued across UK industries—offices, factories, retail, healthcare, and hospitality.+1
  • Enhanced confidence: Empowers marshals to lead drills, manage panic, and make critical decisions under pressure.+1
  • Reduced incident costs: Trained marshals lower fire-related downtime, insurance claims, and business interruption expenses.
  • Accessible entry: No prior qualifications needed; open to motivated employees aged 16+.
  • Career advancement: Strengthens CVs and demonstrates commitment to professional development and workplace safety leadership

Course Features

Duration: 6 GLH

1 Modules

Online Learning

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FAQ's About ProQual Level 2 Award for Fire Marshals

The curriculum covers the fire triangle, common fire hazards, conducting fire risk assessments, the duties of a Fire Marshal, fire prevention principles, how to use different types of fire extinguishers, and leading safe evacuation procedures.

Assessment is typically through a combination of a short written or multiple-choice knowledge test and observed practical demonstrations, such as performing a fire risk assessment or simulating the use of fire safety equipment.

While the qualification itself does not expire, industry best practice and most insurance providers recommend that Fire Marshals undertake refresher training every three years to stay updated on protocols and regulations.

Yes, many accredited training providers offer on-site delivery. This allows for training to be tailored to your specific workplace environment, layout, and fire safety equipment.

The award equips you with key skills to act as a Fire Marshal. The role of the "competent person" for overall fire risk assessment, as required by law, often requires a higher level of training (such as a Level 3 Award in Fire Risk Assessment).

The ProQual Level 2 Award provides the universal, foundational knowledge applicable to all workplaces. A skilled trainer will contextualise examples to your specific environment. For specialised high-risk areas (e.g., commercial kitchens with deep fat fryers), additional, specific training (like a separate short course on kitchen fire safety) is highly recommended alongside this qualification.

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