The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) is excited to announce the launch of its new Level 2 Award Classroom Training. This hands-on classroom training aligns with the new assessment structure for the Institution of Fire Engineers (IFE) Level 2 Certificate in Passive Fire Protection.
This intermediate-level course is designed for professionals in the passive fire protection industry who are looking to deepen their understanding of fire safety and fire science. It covers a comprehensive selection of passive fire protection systems essential for today’s fire safety professionals.
Arranged in four two-day units, each session is taught by an experienced ASFP fire protection expert, providing foundational knowledge and insights critical for those working in fire safety roles. These in-depth units allow participants to focus on the topics most relevant to their career path or workplace needs. With the option to take one or multiple units, the courses prepare delegates to sit the IFE Level 2 Award examinations for each unit.
The four units cover key areas in passive fire protection:
- Unit 1 – Building structural frame and flame-retardant coatings: This covers the fire resistance of building structures, including the frame and any applied coatings. Candidates will learn about the different types of materials used in construction and how they contribute to fire resistance.
- Unit 2 – Walls, floors, ceilings, and glazing: This focuses on the fire performance of walls, floors, ceilings, and glazing. Candidates will learn about the different types of materials used in these components and how they are designed to resist fire spread.
- Unit 3 – Firestopping, barrier, ductwork, and dampers: This covers the use of firestopping materials and systems to prevent the spread of fire through openings in walls, floors, and ceilings.
- Unit 4 – Doors and shutters: This focuses on the fire performance of doors and shutters. Candidates will learn about the different types of doors and shutters used in buildings and how they are designed to resist fire spread.
Each unit involves two full days of interactive lectures, enabling participants to learn from leading industry experts and develop practical skills that can be directly applied in their roles. Learners must successfully pass a 30-minute IFE examination on completion of each unit to receive a Level 2 Award. If all four units are passed within five years, the learner will be awarded a Level 2 Certificate in Passive Fire Protection.
Each unit is priced at £440 for ASFP Members, £630 for ASFP Individual Members and £640 for non-members. The course is scheduled to run throughout the year, with a range of dates available to accommodate busy schedules. To secure your place and advance your career register at www.asfp.org.uk/page/LevelTwoAwardClassroomTraining
