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Book	Fire Risk Assessor Course for Schools & Colleges Various dates in 2013 A 3 day course suitable for nominated staff The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, or the Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 or the Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010 requires management to ensure that competent persons carry out regular fire risk assessments, responds to deviations discovered and keeps records of the fire risk assessments. This course has been designed for school and college managers who have been given the responsibility of carrying out fire risk assessments of their workplaces. The course is Approved by the Institute of Fire Safety Managers(IFSM). Vulcan trainers will give your team the tools to do the job safely, effectively, economically and efficiently. Dates 21-23 may 2013 - Northampton 17-19 September 2013 -Northampton 14-16 October 2013 - Stockport To book a place on this course please click here
Book	Fire Protection in Buildings Explained Various dates in 2013 A CPD certified technical seminar with live fire demonstrations designed to provide a basic understanding of how passive fire protection products improve the fire resistance of a building, protect the building against the effects of fire, reduce the spread of fire through secondary ignition and limit the movement of flame and smoke. 2013 Dates 4 June 22 October Venue The event is run at Chiltern International Fire’s test facility in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire. Our offices are located close to Junction 4 of the M40 motorway and approximately 30 minutes from London Heathrow. Overview Through a series of seminars and live fire demonstrations, we will provide delegates with an understanding of: The importance of passive fire protection products Fire resistance - understanding the terminology Passive fire protection products and how they work Responsibility and legislation The principles behind passive fire protection: product testing, assessments and certification The day is aimed at: Architects Building Contractors Facilities and Estates Managers Fire Engineers Fire Stopping Installation Companies Housing Associations Local Authorities Utilities Engineers Technical Sales Staff Costs TRADA member: £255 + VAT Standard rate: £285 +VAT Booking Visit www.chilternfire.co.uk/training for more information or to book online, or call 01494 569744.
Book	2013 NFPA Conference & Expo 10-13 June 2013 McCormick Place Convention Center, Chicago, IL The premier event in fire and life safety, NFPA Conference & Expo® will be held in Chicago, IL at the McCormick Place Convention Center, June 10-13, 2013. The year’s largest and most important event for the fire protection, life safety, and electrical industries is the NFPA Conference & Expo®, widely regarded as the most comprehensive event in the industry. The event combines an unrivaled educational conference with an expo of more than 300 solution providers. There is no better opportunity to speak with experts, evaluate products, find solutions to your technical challenges and stay current with technological advances in your field. Visit www.nfpa.org/conference for more information. To register to attend the 2013 NFPA Conference & Expo, go to:www.nfpa.org/conferenceregister or call 1-800-344-3555.
Book	Managing Fire Safety in Timber Frame Buildings Seminar Tuesday 18th June & Thursday 11th July – A one-day seminar organised by the Fire Protection Association Recent years have seen an increase in large fires involving timber framed buildings where rapid fire growth and accelerated fire spread have been noted. Similarly the use of other less traditional forms of construction materials and methods also offer challenges to constructors, premises managers and firefighters to establish and maintain fire safety across all phases of the buildings design, construction and life-span, ensuring the safety of contractors, end-users, firefighters and the premises themselves. This one-day seminar has been designed to ensure that anyone with involvement in the design, construction and management of premises, utilising modern construction methods, including operational fire and rescue staff who may be called to deal with an incident, gain a detailed understanding of fire related matters in such premises. It will be of particular interest to designers, architects, engineers, building contractors, fire safety managers, insurers, inspecting officers and firefighters. Dates: London: Tuesday 18 June 2013 Venue: British Safety Council, 70 Chancellors Road, London W6 9RS Glasgow: Thursday 11 July 2013 Venue: Strathclyde Fire & Rescue, Uaill Training Centre, Westburn Drive, Cambuslang G72 7NA Topics to be covered include: • Drivers that lead to building in timber rather than masonry • Fires during construction • Fires once occupied • Fire spread in combustible voids • Susceptibility to low quality ignition sources • Legal cases around timber frame buildings • Fire statistics – UK and US (extent of damage and frequency) • Life safety threats during construction and once occupied • Why should the UK not require the same mitigations deemed necessary in the US to mitigate risks • RISCAuthority/FPA joint code of practice for construction site fire safety – modifications made to address the TF issue • Construction site fire protection methods being trailed (sprinklers) • Collateral damage during firefighting eg. water damage • The need for the occupier to understand why a timber frame building needs to be treated differently to a traditional building Speakers to include: Stewart Dalgarno, Chairman, Fire Committee, UK Timber Frame Association Dr Jim Glocking, Technical Director, Fire Protection Association Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (invited) Representative of the Modern Masonry Alliance (invited) Cost: One-day Seminar: FPA/UK Timber Frame Association members: £130 + VAT Non-members: £170 + VAT For further information please contact: Helen Charlesworth, Events Manager, Fire Protection Association London Road, Moreton in Marsh, Glos GL56 0RH Tel: 01608 812534 Email: training@thefpa.co.uk
Book	Fire and Smoke Behaviour Thursday 17 July 2013 - A one-day seminar and 45-minute webinar This one-day seminar will examine the theory of burning, smoke production, components and toxicity such as carbon monoxide and cyanide. It will also feature a practical demonstration designed to raise awareness of DSEAR (Dangerous Substance Explosive Atmosphere Regulation) and its relationship to COSHH and relative environmental regulations. Topics to be covered include: • The production of smoke and toxic gases from fires • Smoke detection • How chemicals react • Smoke movement and ventilation • Fire investigation This course qualifies for 5 IFE CPD hours. Dates: Moreton in Marsh: Thursday 18 July 2013 Venue: Fire Protection Association, London Road, Moreton in Marsh, Glos GL56 0RH Agenda : 09.00 Registration and Coffee 09.30 The Production of Smoke and Toxic Gases from Fires - Dr James Wakefield, Research Scientist, Health Protection Agency 10.30 Coffee Break 11.00 Smoke Detection - Mike Floyd, Consultant 12.00 Lunch 13.00 How Chemicals React - Roy Smith, Executive Consultant, DSC Limited 14.00 Coffee Break 14.30 Smoke Movement and Ventilation - Peter Corr/Conor Logan, Colt International 15.00 Fire Investigation - Adair Lewis, Fire Protection Association 16.00 Q & A 16.15 Close of Proceedings Cost: 45 minute Webinar: Free of charge. To register for the free webinar, please email: hcharlesworth@thefpa.co.uk One-day Seminar: FPA members: £130 + VAT/Non-members: £170 + VAT For further information please contact: Helen Charlesworth, Events Manager, Fire Protection Association Tel: 01608 812534 Email: training@thefpa.co.uk
Book	3rd Annual Fire Safety Technology Forum 28th May 2013 – 08:00 – 5:00 The 3nd Annual Fire Safety Technology Forum will be hosted by Dubai Civil Defence under the patronage of His Royal Highness Lieutenant General Sheikh Saif Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Interior and Deputy Prime Minister. The forum will be attended by Director Generals and Commanders of civil defence departments from all over the UAE. The forum will begin with a keynote opening speech from Major General Rashid Thani Al Matrooshi, Director General- UAE Civil Defence. UAE has an imperative need to adopt efficient approach towards fire safety technology and standards, simultaneously highlights the necessity to educate people the possible industrials and commercials fire accidents. In an effort to enhance the advances in fire safety planning for a safe and secure UAE, Dubai Civil Defence is staging the fire safety forum. In its third successful year, the forum will feature prominent fire safety experts from around the world, as well as government agencies and authorities to share their experiences in preventing fire in commercial, industrial and residential areas. Areas to be covered: Exploring the latest trends and innovations in Fire Safety Technology Safety: the overriding priority of the UAE Nuclear energy program Ensuring effective fire safety in the design, management and use of buildings Integrating Travel and Tourism within Emergency Management in the Gulf Developing and Implementing an Effective Safety Management System to Ensure Safety of Operations Why you can’t afford to miss this event? Meet and listen to Major General Rashid Thani Al Matrooshi, Director General- UAE Civil Defence Reach the most influential group of fire safety leaders and key decision makers Disseminate your corporate message to a highly focused audience Associate your organization with the most prominent event of its kind in the region Gain brand equity, while introducing your new range of products and services Participation Fee: Please contact alina.rizvi@cpimediagroup.com Organized By: Ministry of Interior – UAE Civil Defence Researched and Produced by: Corporate Publishing International – CPI Media Group For sponsorship please contact Mr. Nayab Rafiq, nayab@cpidubai.com For events enquiry please contact: Ms. Alina Rizvi, alina.rizvi@cpimediagroup.com
Book	Fire Manager Certificate Module 1 Various dates in 2013 Fire Manager Certificate Module 1 (5 Days) leading to Fire Technician Qualification Current fire safety legislation requires a risk based regime in organisations with a nominated competent person overseeing fire safety management responsibilities. This course has been designed specifically for individuals employed in industry, commerce and organisations who have been given the responsibility of managing fire safety and carrying out fire risk assessments, it provides competency to Fire Technician level. Accredited by the Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM). For those who only require a comprehensive Fire Risk Assessment course, Module 1 can be taken as a stand-alone option. Dates: 3-7 June 2013 Stockport 8-12 July 2013 Basildon 2-6 September 2013 Glasgow 7-11 October 2013 Northampton 11-15 November 2013 Stockport To book please visit Vulcan Fire
Book	NEBOSH Conversion to Fire Manager Certificate Various dates in 2013 The Fire Manager Certificate is awarded to candidates who have successfully completed the NEBOSH Cert in Fire Safety and Risk Management and this Conversion Course. Vulcan has included in its fire portfolio a cost effective conversion course for holders of the NEBOSH Certificate in Fire Safety and Risk Management to achieve a professional Fire Technician qualification with the Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM). On successful completion of the Conversion Course examination candidates will be awarded the Fire Manager Certificate (Accredited by the Institute of Fire Safety Managers). An opportunity for Fire/Health and Safety professionals to obtain a professional fire safety qualification in line with responsibilities imposed by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, Fire (Scotland) Act 2005 and Fire Safety Regulations (Northern Ireland) 2010. Dates: 3-7 June 2013 Stockport 8-12 July 2013 Basildon 2-6 September 2013 Glasgow 7-11 October 2013 Northampton 11-15 November 2013 Stockport To book please visit Vulcan Fire
Book	5 Day Fire Risk Assessor Training Various dates in 2013 Module 1 of the Fire Manager Certificate. Public or In-house options. Current fire safety legislation requires a risk based regime in organisations with a nominated competent person overseeing fire safety management. This course has been designed specifically for individuals employed in industry, commerce and organisations who have been given the responsibility of managing fire safety in their workplace. The course is Approved by the Institute of Fire Safety Managers (IFSM). Delegates can enhance this qualification by taking the 4 Day Managing Fire Safety and Fixed Systems course (Module 2 of the Fire Manager Certificate) which will enable them to apply for Fire Technician grade professional fire safety qualification with the IFSM. Dates: 3-7 June 2013 Stockport 8-12 July 2013 Basildon 2-6 September 2013 Glasgow 7-11 October 2013 Northampton 11-15 November 2013 Stockport To book, please visit Vulcan Fire
Book	Extinguisher Service Technician 'Competency' Refresher Course Thursday 23rd May To remain ‘competent’ BS5306-3:2009 requires extinguisher servicing technicians to be refreshed within 3 years of their last refresher or from the date they took a BAFE recognised examination. This is an intensive one day course covering amendments to the British Standards both BS5306-3:2009 and those in the recently amended BS5306-8, best working practices, health and safety issues, new products and modern extinguisher servicing practices, plus plenty of time to discuss ideas to help re-enthuse and possibly improve the service technicians’ efficiency. To book contact us at admin@uk-fa.org or call the office on 01932 252306 Dates 16 May - Glasgow 23 May - Manchester