Level 3 Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment (Foundation)

Accreditations Skills for Justice (SFJ) Awards

Sectors Emergency Services

Course overview

The first step into professional fire risk assessment.

This course develops recognised, BS 8674‑aligned competence for those entering professional fire risk assessment. Learners gain the essential knowledge, practical skills, and behaviours needed to assess low‑risk premises and produce clear, compliant reports. It also builds the professional values and ethical standards expected of responsible fire risk assessors across the sector.

Key benefits

Aligned to BS 8674 and SFJ Awards, ensuring sector-wide consistency and recognised professional competence.
Integrated assessments for a smoother, faster, and fully supported route to completion.
Blended, learner-centred delivery that builds confidence, behaviours, and real-world capability.
Guidance on BS 8674-aligned writing and reflective practice, helping learners evidence their decisions and professional judgement with confidence.

This course is for

This qualification is suitable for individuals with no previous fire risk assessment experience, as well as those seeking formal recognition for their work on low-risk premises.

What you'll learn

The principles, scope and legal framework of fire risk assessments for low risk premises.
Key knowledge of fire development, fire spread, and the factors that influence fire behaviour.
How to apply understanding of building design, construction, and maintenance to evaluate fire safety measures.
How to assess and evaluate fire safety management arrangements to inform clear, compliant fire risk assessment decisions.

Entry requirements

There are no formal qualification requirements for this course.

Delivery format

A blended, learner‑centred approach combining bite‑sized online learning with expert‑led virtual and face‑to‑face sessions at the college, enhanced by immersive 3D models and supported portfolio development. The course extends over 8 days with 5 days face to face. The assessment consists of written exams, completion of 3 fire risk assessments and a professional discussion.

Duration: 8 days