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This course develops core English and Digital Skills through the practical and legal framework of the Passive Fire Responsible Person role. Aimed at those holding or preparing to hold statutory duties under UK fire safety legislation, it is ideal for facilities managers, duty holders, building owners, and others designated under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order or Building Safety Act. Learners will build the ability to read, interpret, and communicate complex fire safety information, access and navigate digital legislation resources, and complete electronic compliance records confidently and accurately.

Functional Skills are embedded throughout, with English strengthened through reading legislation, discussions, and written reflections, and Digital Skills developed through online research, data handling, and digital documentation.

By linking language, literacy, and technology to real-world responsibilities, the course enables participants to operate effectively and compliantly as Responsible Persons within modern fire safety management.

Employer Benefits:

•Strengthens compliance by ensuring Responsible Persons understand legal duties under current fire safety and building regulations

•Builds capability to create accurate, professional fire safety records and digital compliance reports

•Reduces compliance risks through improved understanding of inspection, reporting, and audit readiness

•Promotes confident communication with enforcement bodies and clear leadership on fire safety responsibilities

•Encourages the use of digital tools for efficient monitoring, data storage, and documentation

Employee Benefits:

•Develops clear understanding of fire safety legislation and the role of the Responsible Person

•Builds confidence in reading, interpreting, and applying regulations to workplace scenarios

•Strengthens written and verbal communication for inspections, reporting, and record keeping
•Enhances digital competence for managing compliance systems and online legislation resources

•Supports professional growth and accountability within construction and facilities management roles

Course Scheduling:

Delivered over 2 days, 8 hours per day.  Weekend Options may be available.

Learning Objectives

This course develops essential English and Digital Skills contextualised to the duties of a Passive Fire Responsible Person. Learners will:

•Read and interpret fire safety legislation, guidance, and compliance documents accurately

•Identify and summarise key legal duties under the Fire Safety Order and Building Safety Act

•Communicate clearly and professionally, both in writing and discussion, when reporting fire safety information

•Access, evaluate, and use online resources to locate current regulations and guidance

Complete and manage electronic compliance records, forms, and reports securely

•Apply digital literacy to navigate legislation databases and communicate with regulatory bodies

•Reflect on real-world case studies to improve understanding of compliance and enforcement expectations

All Functional Skills are embedded through realistic, fire safety–related activities, enabling learners to build confidence in interpreting legislation, managing digital records, and fulfilling their Responsible Person duties effectively and compliantly.

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This course is part of our Skills Development Service.

To be eligible for this training, you must be:

•19 years old or over 
•Employed, volunteering or an unpaid worker.
•Have the right to live and work in the UK. 
•You must not already have achieved a level 2 qualification, in this subject, in the last 3 years.

This support is available for those living in Greater Manchester or one of the neighbouring areas. These include parts of Lancashire, Derbyshire, Merseyside, West Yorkshire, and Cheshire – your eligibility will be checked by one of our Skills Coaches.

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Entry is intended for individuals employed in the fire safety or construction industry who currently hold, or are preparing to hold, Responsible Person responsibilities under fire safety legislation. Participants should have prior knowledge or experience of workplace health and safety practices.

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