Fire Extinguisher Awareness Training
Using the wrong extinguisher can make a fire worse. This short fire extinguisher training covers the five types used in UK workplaces — water, foam, CO2, powder and wet chemical — their colour codes, the PASS technique and, most importantly, when to leave it and get out.
100% online and self-paced, it takes around 45 minutes. Pass the multiple-choice end of course quiz for an instant digital certificate, with unlimited resits included.
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- Immediate access
- No assessment fees
- Secure online checkout
One learner or the whole team.
Start your own training now, or choose the number of places your team needs. Either way, access is immediate and everything stays simple.
- Full online course access
- End-of-course assessment
- Unlimited assessment resits
- Instant digital certificate
- Full online course access
- End-of-course assessment
- Unlimited assessment resits
- Instant digital certificate
Why pay more for the same essential outcome?
IQ Training®
100% online course, assessment, unlimited resits and an instant named digital certificate.
Clear enough for a first shift.
Practical enough for every shift after.
One focused learner story at a time.
Whatever your building looks like,
fire safety starts with you.
Office
& admin teams
Shop floor
& hospitality staff
Wardens
& site managers
Six things to know before you pick up an extinguisher.
No filler. Just clear, workplace-focused learning that helps you recognise risks and make safer decisions.
Classes of fire
Extinguisher types
Colour codes & labels
The PASS technique
When not to fight
After use
Training that works wherever you do.
Move through short, focused learning modules at your own pace. Your progress is saved, the interface is simple, and the course adapts across phone, tablet and desktop.
- Clear, structured modules
- Pause and return anytime
- Accessible on any device
- Available in 100+ languages
Finish today.
Prove it today.
Complete the modules, pass the assessment and your named IQ Training™ certificate is ready to download straight away.
Train the team.
See who is ready.
Choose your learner places, assign training and keep certificates together—without chasing paperwork across the business.
Everything you need to know before you start.
Still unsure? Contact IQ Training™ and the team can help you choose the right training route.
Who should take this course?
This course is suitable for all staff who need a basic understanding of fire extinguisher use in the workplace.
Does this course teach firefighting?
No. This course provides awareness training only and focuses on safe use and decision making, not advanced firefighting.
Does this course include the PASS method?
Yes. The course explains the PASS method as a simple way to use extinguishers safely.
Is this course suitable for hospitality and retail?
Yes. It is ideal for workplaces where fire extinguishers are present and staff need awareness training.
Is the course completed online?
Yes. The course is fully online and can be completed at your own pace.
What happens if I fail the assessment?
Unlimited retakes are included, allowing learners to revisit the course and pass when ready.
Can businesses use this for staff training?
Yes. This course is ideal for businesses looking to improve staff awareness and safety around fire extinguishers.
Can I do fire extinguisher training online?
Yes. This course is 100% online and covers extinguisher types, colour codes, the PASS technique and when not to tackle a fire. It is awareness-level training; your fire risk assessment will say whether any staff also need hands-on practice.
Get your fire extinguisher certificate today.
Learn online at your own pace, with unlimited assessment resits and instant certification after passing.
