Fire Door Maintenance launches accredited course on fire safety responsibilities

Fire Door Maintenance, a division of UAP Ltd, has introduced a new course titled ‘Responsible Persons,’ accredited by GQA.

Aimed at individuals tasked with fire safety in residential and commercial buildings, the course addresses widespread gaps in fire safety knowledge, as reported by several recent industry analyses.

The initiative is designed to clarify fire safety legislation and duties to help responsible persons better navigate compliance requirements.

According to the course details, participants will study key fire safety regulations, including the Fire Safety Order 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021, and Fire Safety Regulations 2022.

The curriculum provides essential information to ensure that attendees understand their obligations under UK fire safety laws and can effectively manage fire risks in their buildings.

Course location and practical training details

The ‘Responsible Persons’ course is held at Fire Door Maintenance’s training facility in Bury, Greater Manchester, noted as the UK’s first dedicated fire door training academy.

This in-person training offers practical insights for participants, allowing them to engage with the material in a setting designed to facilitate comprehensive learning and discussion.

The course’s structure emphasises practical application, ensuring that attendees can apply their learning to real-world scenarios.

Through this hands-on approach, the course aims to build confidence in fire safety compliance and the maintenance of fire doors.

Certification and industry recognition

This course is fully accredited by GQA, a recognised awarding body known for its quality standards in the UK fire safety sector.

Participants who complete the course will receive an accredited certification, acknowledging their competence in fire safety management and legal compliance.

The certification from GQA is intended to reflect a participant’s understanding and ability to implement fire safety requirements.

Fire Door Maintenance’s partnership with GQA underscores the company’s aim to provide industry-standard training for those responsible for fire safety in various building environments.

FDM’s response to industry challenges

Nicola John, Managing Director at Fire Door Maintenance, stated that the course was developed in response to recurring issues reported by individuals tasked with fire safety compliance.

She said: “The course is a direct response to the recurring feedback that the responsible person in an organisation often struggles to interpret and act on fire safety legislation.

“By delivering clear and comprehensive training, FDM aims to close the loop on information sharing within the fire safety industry, ensuring that a company’s responsible person is empowered to carry out their duties confidently and competently.”

By offering this course, Fire Door Maintenance aims to equip responsible persons with the necessary skills and knowledge to address fire safety compliance effectively, benefiting both residential and commercial sectors.

GQA-accredited fire safety course launched by Fire Door Maintenance for UK responsible persons: Summary

Fire Door Maintenance, under UAP Ltd, has launched the GQA-accredited ‘Responsible Persons’ course to improve fire safety compliance in the UK.

This course addresses knowledge gaps in fire safety laws, including the Fire Safety Order 2005, Fire Safety Act 2021, and Fire Safety Regulations 2022, to support responsible persons in both residential and commercial buildings.

Held at Fire Door Maintenance’s training academy in Greater Manchester, this in-person course aims to build attendees’ knowledge on managing fire safety responsibilities effectively.

Participants completing the course will receive certification from GQA, verifying their competence in fire safety management.

The course reflects industry feedback, as explained by Managing Director Nicola John, and provides essential training to help those responsible for fire safety meet legal and regulatory