​1. **Understand basic fire safety and what to do in the event of an emergency:**
   - State the main causes of fires in the workplace

   - Outline the main costs of fires in the workplace for employers, employees and society

   - State their own duties and responsibilities in relation to fire safety at work

   - State the duties and responsibilities of fire wardens and other people who may be required to take action as part of fire risk controls or during an emergency

   - Describe the action to be taken in the event of a fire in the workplace, including methods of raising the alarm and contacting the emergency services​

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2. **Understand the principles of fire risk control:**
   - List the key elements for effective fire risk management in the workplace
   - Outline how the components of the fire triangle can be used to control fire risks

   - List active and passive fire risk control measures

   - Outline fire prevention measures that can be taken to minimise fire risks

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3. **Understand the basics of practical fire safety:**
   - State the safe operating parameters for the use of portable firefighting equipment
   - Outline simple checks for ensuring that fire safety equipment is serviceable and safe to use​