The Fire Training Academy

The Fire Training Academy’s mission is to deliver jargon-free training courses that empower people to act safely and confidently when it matters most. Choose from practical in-person sessions, classroom-based learning, and flexible online training, each tailored to your needs, your industry, and your schedule.

Delivered first-hand by OHEAP’s academy trainers, our courses are designed for all experience levels. From foundational first aid and live, practical fire extinguisher training to more specialised courses, every session focuses on building real-world skills that help your team respond effectively in an emergency.

Below, you’ll find our most popular in-person fire safety training courses (lasting between 40 minutes and 2 hours). Click on each course to explore the available training options and find the right fit for your team.

Fire Marshal Training

Our Fire Marshal Training course is designed to prepare both new and existing Fire Marshals with the knowledge, confidence, and practical understanding required to fulfil their responsibilities effectively in the workplace.

During the course, delegates will gain a clear understanding of the role in two parts: the theory and hands-on skills. Theory firstly includes understanding customer and staff evacuation procedures, the main classifications of fire, and the different types of fire extinguishers. Hands-on training includes live, practical fire blanket and extinguisher training. 

To reinforce learning, each delegate will complete a short end-of-course questionnaire to demonstrate their understanding.

Evacuation Chair Training

You may have a need for evacuation chair training if you have vulnerable people within your premises. This training is especially important if there is a lift in your environment, as fire emergencies mean lifts cannot be used. In these rare cases, having the correct evacuation chair training can mean the difference between life and death.

This course trains the responsible person(s) to safely and effectively use an evacuation chair. It demonstrates safe handling techniques that protect both the chair occupant and the chair operators throughout the evacuation process.

Evacuation chair training also supports the legal and ethical responsibility to provide safe evacuation procedures for individuals with disabilities, helping organisations strengthen compliance, duty of care, and inclusive emergency planning.