At Violet Horizon Training Academy, our Fire Fighting Training Course provides employees with the practical knowledge and skills to prevent, control, and extinguish workplace fires safely and efficiently.

The course is aligned with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 1993 (Act No. 85 of 1993), the OHS General Safety Regulations (Regulation 9), and SANS standards for fire safety and equipment, ensuring full compliance with South African workplace fire safety legislation.

🧠 Course Overview
Fire safety is critical in protecting lives, property, and business continuity. Our course combines theory and practical exercises to ensure learners can respond effectively to fire emergencies.

1. Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:

Understand fire types, the fire triangle, and fire behavior
Identify fire hazards and implement preventative measures
Operate fire extinguishers, hoses, and other firefighting equipment
Conduct safe evacuation and follow emergency procedures
Participate effectively in fire drills and workplace emergency responses
2. Practical Training
Hands-on exercises under a qualified assessor include:

Using different types of fire extinguishers (water, foam, CO₂, powder)
Fire hose handling and basic firefighting techniques
Evacuation drills and safe exit procedures
Responding to simulated fire emergencies
3. Assessment & Certification
Learners are evaluated through:

Practical firefighting drills
Written assessments on fire safety principles and regulations
Emergency response exercises
Upon successful completion, learners receive a Violet Horizon Accredited Certificate, valid for 2 years, demonstrating compliance with OHS Act, SANS fire safety standards, and SETA requirements.

📘 Course Details
Duration: 2–3 days (including practical exercises)
Accreditation: TETA / CETA / SAQA aligned
Validity: 2 Years
Target Audience: Fire wardens, emergency response teams, and employees responsible for fire safety
Prerequisites: Learners should be physically fit and capable of performing firefighting tasks safely
🎓 Why Choose Violet Horizon?
Fully compliant with OHS Act, General Safety Regulations, and SANS fire safety standards
Accredited, recognized, and industry-approved training
Hands-on practical exercises with real fire safety equipment
Experienced and registered assessors providing personalized guidance
Certification accepted nationwide across all South African workplaces
🌐 Website Summary (short version for web page listing)
Fire Fighting Training
Develop the skills to prevent, control, and extinguish fires safely. Our accredited course covers fire hazards, extinguisher operation, evacuation procedures, and emergency response.
✔ Accredited Certification
✔ Hands-On Practical Exercises
✔ Valid for 2 Years
✔ Fully Compliant with South African OHS Law

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