Course code:
Duration: 1 day
Trainees per class: 8
Certificate validity: 3 years
1. Course Overview
The Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Rescue Training Course is designed to provide fundamental knowledge and practical skills for workers, personnel assigned to fire prevention and rescue duties, and other participants who require training under applicable regulations.
The course focuses on relevant legislation, fire prevention measures, the use of firefighting equipment, and initial response to fires, incidents, and emergency situations. It aims to strengthen safety awareness, personal responsibility, and the ability to respond effectively in the workplace.
2. Target Participants
Employees of enterprises, production facilities, and business establishments.
Personnel assigned to fire prevention and rescue duties at their workplace.
Members of on-site Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Rescue Teams, and other personnel subject to training requirements.
Individuals and organizations seeking fire prevention, firefighting and rescue training.
3. Training Content
Legal Framework and Responsibilities
Overview of legislation relating to fire prevention, firefighting and rescue.
Responsibilities of facility managers, workers, and on-site fire prevention and rescue personnel.
Workplace fire safety rules, procedures, and requirements.
Fundamentals of Fire Prevention
Causes and conditions leading to fire.
Fire prevention measures in the workplace.
Safety in the use of electrical systems, open flames, heat sources, and equipment that may cause fire.
Recognition of fire hazards and unsafe conditions.
Use and Maintenance of Firefighting Equipment
Types, functions, and operating principles of common firefighting equipment.
Inspection, maintenance, and use of on-site firefighting equipment.
Selecting suitable firefighting equipment for different types of fires.
Safety principles when approaching and responding to an initial fire.
Initial Firefighting and Incident Response
Alarm and notification procedures upon discovering a fire.
Skills in using fire extinguishers and other appropriate firefighting equipment.
Initial response within the limits of available resources and safe working conditions.
Coordination with professional firefighting forces during incidents.
Fundamentals of Rescue
Recognizing situations that require rescue operations.
Principles for protecting oneself and people in danger.
Notification, coordination, and support for evacuation.
Applying initial response measures in accordance with training instructions and authorized scope.
Practical Training and Assessment
Practical use of firefighting equipment.
Exercises involving simulated fire scenarios in accordance with the training program.
Discussion and assessment of common unsafe situations.
Training assessment in accordance with applicable requirements.
4. Course Objectives
Upon completion of the training, participants will be able to:
Understand fundamental legal requirements and responsibilities relating to fire prevention, firefighting and rescue.
Identify fire hazards and apply appropriate preventive measures.
Inspect, select, and use common firefighting equipment correctly.
Carry out alarm and initial response procedures when a fire is detected.
Improve coordination, evacuation, and emergency response skills.
Contribute to a safer working environment and strengthen fire safety capabilities at their workplace.
5. Training Format
The course is delivered through classroom-based training or in coordination with the participating organization, combining theoretical instruction, scenario discussions, and practical exercises using firefighting equipment.
6. Duration and Certification
Training duration, content, assessment, and the type of certificate are determined in accordance with applicable legislation and the training program confirmed by the competent authority.
Training organization and certification are subject to the authority, schedule, and applicable requirements of the relevant agency.
7. Course Registration
Organizations and individuals interested in fire prevention, firefighting and rescue training may contact the Safety and Environmental Protection Division – Vietsovpetro (SEPD / TTAT&BVMT) for advice on participant eligibility, training content, scheduling, and related requirements.
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