Qualification Structure

The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Fire Safety (RQF) is an Ofqual-regulated qualification accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). The qualification has a Total Qualification Time (TQT) of 7 hours and 6 Guided Learning Hours (GLH).

Assessment for the Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Fire Safety (RQF) is assignment-based, requiring learners to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of workplace fire safety through the completion of the required assessment.

To achieve the qualification, learners must successfully complete one mandatory unit.

Core Study Units

Principles of Fire Safety

On successful completion of the unit, learners will be able to:

• Understand the hazards and risks associated with fire in the workplace.
• Understand how fire risk is controlled in the workplace.
• Understand the principles and practice of fire safety management at work.
• Understand the role of the nominated fire warden.

Who Is This Qualification For?

The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Fire Safety (RQF) is suitable for individuals who have, or are expected to have, responsibilities for fire safety in the workplace.

It is particularly relevant to:

• Employees appointed as fire wardens or fire marshals
• Individuals with designated workplace fire safety responsibilities
• Supervisors, team leaders and managers who support workplace fire safety
• Employees who need to understand fire prevention, evacuation and emergency procedures
• Individuals seeking a regulated Level 2 qualification in workplace fire safety
• UK and international learners who require a recognised foundation in workplace fire safety, subject to local regulatory requirements

The qualification is appropriate for learners across a range of workplace environments where understanding fire hazards, risk controls, emergency procedures and fire warden responsibilities is required.

Career Opportunities

The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Fire Safety (RQF) provides learners with essential knowledge of workplace fire safety, including fire hazards, risk controls, prevention measures, emergency procedures, and the responsibilities of fire wardens. The qualification is suitable for employees, fire wardens, fire marshals, supervisors, managers, and individuals with designated fire safety responsibilities across a range of workplaces. It supports effective fire safety practices and provides a regulated foundation for further study in fire safety, risk assessment, and occupational health and safety.

Future Progression

The Qualsafe Level 2 Award in Fire Safety (RQF) provides learners with a regulated foundation in workplace fire safety and supports development into roles involving fire prevention, emergency procedures, and workplace safety responsibilities. The qualification is relevant across industries such as construction, manufacturing, engineering, hospitality, healthcare, education, retail, logistics, facilities management, and public sector organisations, where effective fire safety arrangements are essential.

Academically, learners may progress to further qualifications in fire safety, health and safety, risk assessment, emergency management, and related occupational safety disciplines, subject to the entry requirements of the receiving qualification or institution. The qualification can also support continuing professional development (CPD) for individuals with workplace fire safety responsibilities.

Professionally, this qualification supports opportunities to undertake responsibilities as a Fire Warden, Fire Marshal, Fire Safety Assistant, Health and Safety Assistant, Workplace Safety Coordinator, or other workplace roles involving fire safety duties. The knowledge gained helps learners identify fire hazards, understand risk controls, support emergency evacuation procedures, and contribute to effective workplace fire safety arrangements.