Level 4 CFPA EUROPE DIPLOMA
IN FIRE PREVENTION
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PART ONE
REGISTRATION FORM
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PART TWO
REGISTRATION FORM
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For those candidates undertaking the full qualification (Stage 1 and 2 of the course), the fee is (FPA Members) - £2,850.00 + VAT or
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EUROPE DIPLOMA IN FIRE PREVENTION.
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Exemption by a student from undertaking Stage 1 of the course (5-day Fire Risk Assessment course) will be granted at the
discretion of the FPA.
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All stages of the DIPLOMA course must be completed within a period of two years and only extended in special circumstances at
the discretion of the FPA.
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Level 4 CFPA EUROPE DIPLOMA
IN FIRE PREVENTION
COURSE INFORMATION
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INTRODUCTION
The European Confederation of Fire Protection Associations (CFPA) is the formal body, governed by statute,
which links the 18 recognised fire safety organisations that exist in the countries of the European Union and
the European Free Trade Area. Founded in 1974, CFPA Europe draws on the extensive resources of its 18
members in working for increasingly high standards of fire safety and reduction of fire losses throughout
Europe
Proposals for wider European harmonisation have accelerated the need for a widely recognised fire safety
management qualification. CFPA Europe exists to promote the highest standards of fire safety management
in both the European Union and EFTA countries.
The CFPA Europe Diploma is recognised in the 18 home countries of the CFPA. Since its introduction there
have been approximately 15,000 students awarded the diploma throughout Europe.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
You will develop
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good knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of fire prevention issues
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a clear understanding of the importance of fire control, fire prevention and its management.
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a thorough understanding of fire protection and prevention principles.
COURSE STRUCTURE
The Diploma is split into three stages:
1.
A one-week Certificate in Applied Fire Risk Assessment course. Further information regarding the
content of this course can be found at Appendix A of this document.
2.
Eight individual study units, each requiring approximately 15 hours study:
Further information on the study topics can be found at Appendix B of this document.
3.
Examination: A three-hour written examination completes the course. Further information regarding the
format of the exam can be found at Appendix B of this document.
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ASSESSMENT GUIDELINES
Stage 1 One-week course:- Practical Assessment
The aim of the assessment is to demonstrate a candidate’s ability to successfully complete three activities:
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identify the fire hazards and preventive and protective measures within a workplace,
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carry out a fire risk assessment of a workplace using the pro-forma provided, evaluating the
significant fire hazards present, deciding whether they are adequately controlled and, where
necessary, suggesting appropriate and cost effective remedial action.
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prepare a report that persuasively urges management to take appropriate action, explaining why
such action is needed and identifying the remedial measures that should be implemented.
The practical assessment is allocated a maximum of two and a half hours. In a five day Monday to Friday
course this exam will normally take place on the Friday afternoon.
Stage 2 Individual Study Units:- Answer Submissions
Each of the eight units has an individual question paper for which you are required to carry out research and
produce an answer. You may submit your unit answers one at a time and there is no prescribed order in which
to complete the units. Please note that all eight units must be completed before you can be entered for the
examination. The marking criteria used by markers can be seen at Appendix F.
When submitting your answers, you should follow the following format:
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The text should be in English and typewritten/word processed in double line spacing on A4 pages.
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Top, bottom and right hand margins of all pages should be at least 25mm and the left-hand margin
should be at least 30mm.
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Your name and the unit number should appear as a header on each page.
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If the paper is a resubmission, include the word ‘Resubmission’ on the footer
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The question number that you are answering should be clearly shown at the start of the question.
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Each complete answer should be written on a separate page
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All pages should be numbered.
The answers to the unit questions will form the basis of examination for the eventual award of the Diploma. You
will be asked to resubmit unit answers that do not meet the marker’s requirements, especially if they do not cover
the essential points. Please note that each question must achieve a pass, even if your total marks from
other questions would be sufficient for an overall pass.
The questions are set to seek out both basic principles and in certain instances detailed information, or
calculations. Your considered opinions where relevant will count as much towards reaching the required standard
as textbook knowledge. You should be advised that markers will not award marks for extensive quotations in
your answers that have been extracted verbatim from printed documents. They are looking for an understanding
of the subject in question.
Answers based solely on information contained in the set of any materials provided are not a guarantee that they
will satisfy the marker’s requirements. You are expected to make full use of the reference material listed in the
bibliographies, and independent research - this will mean making use of the internet and/or good reference
libraries. As a Diploma student you automatically get access rights to the online library of the FPA, providing you
with exclusive online access to a huge range of FPA publications and guidance documents.
From time to time, reference documents listed in the bibliographies may become unavailable before the
bibliography is updated. This is unfortunate but does occur. For this reason, whilst we endeavour to keep
bibliographies up to date, you are expected to look for alternate sources of information. In the case of any
specific difficulties, please do contact your tutor, or the FPA and we will point you in the right direction.
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As mentioned previously, you will not be allowed to undertake the latter stages of the Diploma course until all
questions on all units of study have met the markers requirements.
Stage 3 End of course exam:- Exam Format
Exam questions are a mixture of multiple choice and open questions. They cover topics that have been
included in the Diploma syllabus. However, candidates should be aware that at this stage in the course, the
exam is designed to confirm the breadth of knowledge and understanding of delegates. You will not be
required to complete complex calculations or demonstrate in depth technical knowledge as this has been
evidenced within your answers to the eight units.
Your revision should focus on the notes collated during the Stage 1 Fire Risk Assessment and Fire Safety
Management Course and your responses to the Stage 2 Study Unit questions.
Unit Achievement
Pass marks for the 3 stages of the course are as follows:
1 week course practical assessment
Unit answers
Unit answer resubmissions
End of course exam
60%
60%
60% with the maximum mark capped at 80%
55%
Should you need to resubmit or retake an assessment, the highest pass mark that you may achieve is capped
at 80% for that particular paper.
In order to be awarded the full CFPA Europe Diploma you will need to achieve passes in all 3 stages. Your
overall achievement will be graded as follows:
An average pass mark of 60 -70%
An average pass mark of 71- 85%
An average pass mark of above 86%
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PASS
MERIT
DISTINCTION
Student Support
a) Administrative support
If you have any queries about course processes and procedures, you should in the first instance contact the
FPA Training Department– email: training@thefpa.co.uk tel: +44(0)1608 812 534 post: London Road,
Moreton in Marsh, Gloucestershire GL56 0RH
b) Curriculum support
Upon enrolment you will be allocated a tutor for the duration of the course. If you have any queries regarding
technical aspects of the course, your tutor will be pleased to advise or/and discuss, or refer you to a specialist
unit marker where appropriate. Your tutor will produce six monthly progress reports for you, copied to your
sponsor, which will confirm progress to date and highlight any emerging strengths or weaknesses for your
consideration.
You will also have access to a range of specialist tutors whilst you are undertaking the one-week introductory
course.
In addition, each unit paper is marked by a specialist marker who will provide written feedback on your
submission. In general, papers will be marked and returned to you within 28 days.
c) Learning Resources
You will be given on-line access via our website to the library of resources published by the FPA which
consists of a wealth of supporting texts, manuals and guidance materials written by experts in the various
topics of fire prevention.
Once you have completed your on-line enrolment with the University of Derby you will also have access to the
University’s on-line resources and learning materials including valuable guidance on completing learning in
Higher Education.
Student benefits
For learners studying on an accredited programme:
 Access to the online library via their student log in.
 Access to University of Derby Students Union (UDSU) support and facilities - www.udsu.co.uk
 Membership of National Union of Students (NUS) and eligible to apply for an NUS card, which costs
around £12.00.
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Appendix A
STAGE 1
CERTIFICATE IN APPLIED FIRE RISK ASSESSMENT
The Introductory 5-day course gives the essential basic training in fire prevention. It is intended mainly for those
who have had limited experience of the subject and is planned for those people in industry, commerce and the
public sector who hold some responsibility for fire safety within their organisation.
The course syllabus includes the following aspects:
Fire Safety Management:
Fire safety legislative history and framework; the Fire Safety Order 2005;
enforcement of the Fire Safety Order; investigation of fire and post fire
management; the guides and a framework for managing fire safety.
Principles of Fire & Explosion:
Fire terms, thermal inertia and time to flashover, ignition, growth and
spread of fire, heats of combustion and fire load, power output of fires,
flammability limits and explosion limits for gases.
Causes and Prevention of Fire:
Fire safety statistics, common sources of ignition in accidental fires; risks
from flammable materials; risks in construction and maintenance work,
safe storage and safe waste disposal; risk of arson; influencing factors;
actions to prevent arson.
Controlling Fire Spread:
Building Regulations 2000; properties of wall and ceiling linings;
protection of openings against fire spread - fire doors and glazing.
British Standards - codes of practice. Fire Stopping and sealing
systems; inspection and maintenance; internal Fire Resistance,
behaviour of building materials under fire conditions. Structural
elements: walls, floors, columns and beams. Principles of fire and
smoke detection; Different types and elements of automatic fire
detection systems; British Standards; inspection and maintenance.
Fighting fire - access and facilities for the fire service. Classification of
portable first aid fire fighting equipment; extinguishment types and
modes; planning and maintenance; Emergency lighting and signage;
siting, inspection and maintenance.
Safety of People in the Event of Fire: Means of escape and travel distances, codes of practice and
standards, BS9999; human behaviour; smoke control; fire engineering.
Fire Risk Assessment:
Principles of fire risk assessment and methodology; practical aspects
and use of the guides; environmental impact of fire - measures to
prevent and reduce pollution
* see appendix C for further detail of the content of the course
NB: Exemption from Stage 1 will automatically be given for any student who has completed it or the NEBOSH
Certificate In Fire Safety and Risk Management within the last 3 years on receipt of a certificate
showing successful completion.
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Appendix B
STAGE 2
UNITS OF STUDY
The distance learning stage of the course comprises of eight study topics as follows:
Unit Number
Subject*
1
Nature and Behaviour of Fire
2
Fire Detection
3
Fire Extinguishment
4
Fire and European Law
5
Means of Escape
6
Fire Protection of Buildings
7
Fire Insurance and Security
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Management and Protection
* see appendix D for further detail of the content of each unit
Upon enrolment, you will be sent a distance learning package which comprises of the eight unit question
papers, recommended reading and some course materials. This material will consist of FPA data sheets and
other relevant articles. In addition, other reference material will be listed, but please note that copies of these
references will not be provided.
STAGE 3
DIPLOMA EXAM
The end of course exam is held at regular intervals throughout the year in either our Moreton in Marsh or
London training venue.
The 3 hour exam is a closed book exam, which is preceded by a short revision session on the day of the
exam.
The exam is in two sections as follows: Part 1
Part 2
30 multiple choice questions – each worth 1 mark
20 open questions – each worth 5 marks
Examples of each type of question are provided in Appendix E.
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Appendix C
UNIT 1
NATURE AND BEHAVIOUR OF FIRE
Chemistry of combustion
The fire triangle and its limitations
Elementary thermodynamics and kinetics
Products of combustion
- behaviour of hot gases and smoke
- toxicity
Rate of burning of materials
- thermal capacity
- insulating and conductive properties
Radiation, conduction and convection
UNIT 2
FIRE DETECTION
Manual and Automatic Alarm Systems
- components
- maintenance
Automatic Fire Detection
- types of equipment for alarm and
control
- action taken by staff when fire is
detected
UNIT 3
FIRE EXTINGUISHMENT
Factors affecting spread and growth of fire
First-aid Fire-fighting Equipment
Properties and characteristics of materials
- flammability limits
- flash point
- auto-ignition temperature
- minimum ignition energy
Explosions
Spontaneous heating and combustion
Effect on humans of:
- Heat
- Smoke
- Toxic combustion products
Sources of ignition
Materials
- Solids and dusts
- Liquids and gases
Portable extinguishers
Choice and use of extinguishing media
Installation, siting and maintenance
Hose reels
Advantages and limitations of equipment
Standards and approval for equipment
Training, instruction and demonstration
Legal requirements
Sprinklers and other Aqueous Systems
Automatic sprinkler installations
Drenchers
Foam installations
Hydrants
Water supplies
Selection, siting, use and maintenance of
equipment
Non-Aqueous Systems
Static electricity
- Electron theory of charge production
- Dissipation of Charges
- Spark Discharge
- Hazards
- Precautions
Fixed fire-fighting installations
- dry powder
- carbon dioxide
- halon alternatives
Special Applications, including:
High-rack storage
Computers and data-processing
Electrical installations
Oil and gas storage installations
Spray painting
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UNIT 4
FIRE AND THE LAW
UNIT 7
FIRE INSURANCE AND SECURITY
The most recent UK Fire Safety legislation
Health & Safety at Work Act
Role of the Fire Authority in administering the law
Other important legislation including;
The
Petroleum
Spirit
(Motor
Vehicles)
Regulations 1929 amended by:
The Petroleum Spirit (Plastic Containers)
Regulations 1982
Principles and considerations of insuring against
fire
Relationship between different risks
Approval of equipment and systems
Basis of fire insurance policies
- premium assessment
Role of the insurance surveyor
Consequential losses
Fire hazard assessment
- structural precautions
The Building Regulations 2000
Perimeter Defence
The Dangerous Substances and
Atmospheres Regulations (DSEAR)
Explosive
UNIT 5
MEANS OF ESCAPE
Walls
Fences
Gates
Lighting
Surveillance Equipment
Building Defence
Principles of ensuring safety of occupants in
buildings
Planning for means of escape
- design considerations
- the stages on escape routes
- disabled egress
Legal requirements
Fire instructions, procedures and training
Maintenance of escape routes
The conflict between means of escape and
restricting access
UNIT 6
FIRE PROTECTION OF BUILDINGS
Structural Fire Precautions
- Design considerations
- Building Regulations
Behaviour of elements of structure and materials
under fire conditions
Fire testing
Control of fire and smoke spread
Means of access for fire-fighting
Building services
Fire venting
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Doors
Locks
Windows
Intruder Alarm Systems
Staff References
Staff Access Control Systems
Security Patrols
Selection of Personnel
Training
Checklists
UNIT 8
FIRE PROTECTION MANAGEMENT
Planning for fire safety
- allocation of responsibility
- the role of the Fire Executive
- appointed fire safety personnel
Planning programmes
Procedures
- action in the event of fire
- instruction and training
Damage control
Risk Management
The aftermath of fire
Communications
- action and reaction of people
- education and fire safety information
- use of visual aids
- use of fire statistics
- publicity and public relations
The need for continuous audit
Relationship with outside organisations
Behaviour of people
Storage
Process and space heating
Manufacturing services
- Production and assembly
- Auxiliary plant and equipment
Contractors
- Repairs, alterations and extensions to buildings
Maintenance of buildings
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Appendix D
EXAMPLES OF STAGE 3 – DIPLOMA EXAM QUESTIONS
Multiple Choice Questions
Most of the heat from a ‘typical’ fire involving solid fuel is produced by:
a.
Radiation
b.
Conduction
c.
Convection
d.
Surface spread of flame
If a church hall has two exit doors, at what angle must they be at or greater than to be
considered at true “alternative exits”?
a.
45
b.
90
c.
180
d.
360
Open Questions
Name the three mechanisms relating to the spread of heat by fire and give a practical example of a
situation in which each of these would occur.
Define diffusion and premixed flames?
Compare and contrast fire-related aspects of building design, materials and methods of construction that
you may consider if asked to plan:
a.
b.
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a school
a high-bay warehouse.
Appendix E
CFPA Europe Diploma in Fire Prevention
Unit Marking Criteria
In developing your responses to unit questions you should observe the following guidelines:
In order to achieve a pass ( 60-70%) you should:
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answer all parts of each question
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demonstrate that you have carried out sufficient research to gain a reasonable understanding of the
immediate topic
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attempt to phrase answers using your own wording
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observe guidelines on presentation format
In order to achieve a merit (71-85%) you should observe all of the above plus:
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carry out broad ranging supporting research
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demonstrate ability to apply your research findings to a given scenario
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where not specifically required, include background information on relevant legislation/
regulation/standards
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include some additional relevant material which extend your answers beyond the immediate
associated topics
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provide some evidence of personal reflection and analysis of findings
In order to achieve a distinction (86%+) you should observe all of the above plus:
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use extensive research findings in your responses which are concisely written to broaden your
response
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develop your answers to formulate a well rounded response which fluently covers immediate and
related topics
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demonstrate excellent ability to analyse and provide logical conclusions
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