Course Description
Fire Emergency Warden Training equips workers with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage fire emergencies and coordinate safe workplace evacuations. Fire Wardens play a critical role in protecting staff, visitors, and property by ensuring evacuation procedures are carried out quickly, safely, and in accordance with workplace emergency plans.
This course provides participants with a clear understanding of the responsibilities of a Fire Warden, how to respond to different types of emergencies, and how to effectively manage evacuation procedures within their workplace. Participants will learn how to identify fire risks, recognise fire hazards, and assist with implementing fire prevention strategies.
The training also covers fire detection systems, alarm procedures, evacuation planning, and the correct use of fire safety equipment such as extinguishers, hoses, and alarms. By the end of the course, participants will have the confidence to respond effectively during a fire emergency and support emergency services if required.
This course supports workplace compliance with the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Act and obligations under the Health and Safety at Work Act 2015, ensuring organisations are prepared to respond to emergency situations.
Key Learning Outcomes
- Explain the role and responsibilities of a Fire Emergency Warden in the workplace.
- Understand workplace evacuation procedures and legal obligations.
- Recognise fire hazards and implement fire prevention strategies.
- Understand different classes of fire and associated risks.
- Demonstrate knowledge of fire detection and alarm systems.
- Locate and correctly use fire safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and hoses.
- Coordinate safe evacuation procedures for staff and visitors.
- Understand emergency communication protocols during an incident.
- Assist in developing and maintaining workplace evacuation plans.
- Support the coordination of workplace fire drills.
- Respond appropriately to fire emergencies and assist emergency services.
- Record incidents and contribute to post-incident reporting and continuous improvement.
The course duration is approximately 3–4 hours.
Where the course is delivered onsite, trainers can tailor evacuation scenarios and emergency planning activities to reflect the specific workplace layout and hazards.
