FireQual Award Fundamentals of the Recommendations for Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems in Non-Domestic Buildings at SCQF Level 6
What level is this qualification and who is the regulator?
The FireQual Award Fundamentals of the Recommendations for Fire Detection and Fire Alarm Systems in Non-Domestic Buildings has been accredited by SQA at SCQF Level 6.
This qualification is also available at RQF/Ofqual Level 3 (equivalent to SCQF/SQA Level 6)
Please note that the only major difference between the qualifications available is the regulator. Both qualifications available are recognised across the UK.
Who is this qualification suitable for?
- Fire alarm engineers looking to demonstrate their knowledge and gain a regulated qualification.
- New entrants to the market.
This regulated qualification is suitable for meeting the qualification requirements of the BAFE SP203-1 Lead Individual criteria (all modules).
Qualification Details
This qualification looks at the knowledge and application to perform fire detection and fire alarm system work. Once qualified, you will have evidence that you:
- Have appropriate fundamental knowledge of fire detection and fire alarm systems.
- Understand and be able to reference the recommendations as set out in BS 5839-1.
Entry Requirements
There are no pre-requisite entry requirements for this qualification.
How do I achieve this qualification?
Please contact a FireQual Approved Training Centre that provides this qualification. They will be able to advise all details required to achieve this qualification (including the cost and length of training).
Some training providers may permit you to take the assessment without the associated training. Please contact the training provider directly to enquire about this.
If you require any assistance in finding appropriate information, please contact the FireQual office via info@firequal.com or call 01608 656130 (Please note all phone calls are recorded for customer service purposes).
Progression Routes
Once achieved, this qualification may be used as evidence of suitable knowledge when undergoing audit for relevant Third-Party Certification (e.g. BAFE SP203-1).
Candidates who complete this qualification could progress to other qualifications in the fire detection and fire alarm sector with qualifications focussed on the individual roles of persons working on fire detection and fire alarm systems (i.e. Design, Installation, Commissioning, Maintenance).
Design
Please note that the only major difference between the design qualifications available is the regulator. Both design qualifications available are recognised across the UK.
- FireQual Level 3 Award in Fire Detection and Alarm Design Theory and Regulatory Requirements (Ofqual)
- FireQual Award in Fire Detection and Alarm Design Theory and Regulatory Requirements at SCQF Level 6
Installation
Please note that the only major difference between the installation qualifications available is the regulator. Both installations qualifications available are recognised across the UK.
- FireQual Level 3 Award in Fire Detection and Alarm Installation Theory and Regulatory Requirements (Ofqual)
- FireQual Award in Fire Detection and Alarm Installation Theory and Regulatory Requirements at SCQF Level 6
Commissioning
Please note that the only major difference between the commissioning qualifications available is the regulator. Both commissioning qualifications available are recognised across the UK.
- FireQual Level 3 Award in Fire Detection and Alarm Commissioning Theory and Regulatory Requirements (Ofqual)
- FireQual Award in Fire Detection and Alarm Commissioning Theory and Regulatory Requirements at SCQF Level 6
Maintenance
Please note that the only major difference between the maintenance qualifications available is the regulator. Both maintenance qualifications available are recognised across the UK.
- FireQual Level 3 Award in Fire Detection and Alarm Maintenance Theory and Regulatory Requirements (Ofqual)
- FireQual Award in Fire Detection and Alarm Maintenance Theory and Regulatory Requirements at SCQF Level 6
Further information
A Qualification Specification is available for download. This document outlines the qualification details as required by the regulator and may be useful for prospective learners/training providers delivering this qualification.
