Overview

This award covers the full content of BS 5839-1:2017, Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings. Part 1 covers the Code of practice for design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of systems in non-domestic premises.

Qualification pre-requisites:

There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification; Learners must have the minimum levels of literacy and numeracy to complete the learning outcomes and assessments. Guidance: It is intended for learners/engineers who are working in the fire-sector of the electrical industry and wish to update or refresh their understanding of this essential BSI publication.

Who is this qualification for?:

It is intended for learners/engineers who are working in the fire-sector of the electrical industry and wish to update or refresh their understanding of this essential BSI publication. It may also be useful to electricians to gain an understanding of the standard.

Minimum entry age:

16 Guided learning hours (min): 35 Guided learning hours (max): 40

How is this qualification assessed?:

The learner will be assessed against this qualification by one 50 question on-screen multiple choice exam. This qualification is graded pass or fail only. Maximum of 8 candidates per course.

Typical Duration 40 hrs

• Mon 9am to 5pm
• Tues 9am to 5pm
• Weds 9am to 5pm
• Thurs 9am to 5pm
• Fri 9am to 5pm

Scheduled Dates 2025

• TBC

Cost:

£850 ex VAT

Syllabus:

EAL Level 3 Award in the Requirements of Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems for Buildings BS 5839-1:2017

All courses are run by FIKE at Cwmbran, and will run subject to minimum numbers.

****Please be aware that  payment in full for the Alarm courses is required 4 weeks prior to start date of course for enrolment with EAL****