New FireQual Level 4 Certificate in Intermediate Fire Risk Assessment

This Qualification is available through the following FireQual Approved Training Centres:

• C.S Todd & Associates
• FIA - Fire Industry Association
• Fire Service College
• FPA - Fire Protection Association
• IFSM - Institute of Fire Safety Managers

The FireQual Level 4 Certificate in Intermediate Fire Risk Assessment is accredited by Ofqual and is listed on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF) at Level 4.

It is also available in Scotland as the FireQual Certificate in Intermediate Fire Risk Assessment at SCQF Level 7, accredited by SQA Accreditation (SQAA). The content, learning outcomes and assessments are equivalent across both versions, and both qualifications are fully recognised across the UK.

This qualification is designed for candidates who are developing their competence as Fire Risk Assessors and are undertaking or progressing to Intermediate-level practice. It is suitable for:

• Candidates who have already achieved the FireQual Level 3 Certificate in Foundation Fire Risk Assessment or equivalent.
• Practising Fire Risk Assessors seeking recognition of competence at an intermediate level.
• Fire safety practitioners and consultants working on behalf of Responsible Persons (RPs) or Duty Holders (DHs) in moderate-risk premises.
• Professionals in facilities management, building safety, or enforcement roles who need to demonstrate competence in carrying out Fire Risk Assessments for buildings or premises of moderate risk.

On completion, candidates will be able to competently carry out Fire Risk Assessments in buildings and premises categorised as moderate risk.

You will gain the skills and knowledge to:

• Apply fire safety principles when analysing information to undertake FRAs in moderate-risk buildings.
• Interpret and apply relevant fire safety legislation, standards, and codes of practice.
• Evaluate fire safety measures and their limitations in mitigating fire development, growth, and spread.
• Understand how building design, construction, and maintenance influence fire safety outcomes.
• Assess and provide recommendations regarding fire safety management systems in moderate-risk buildings.

• Unit Title: Principles of Intermediate Fire Risk Assessment applicable to buildings and premises that can be categorised as presenting a moderate risk

• Unit Reference Number: Y/651/7511

• Total Credits: 12

• Total Qualification Time (TQT): 120 hours

• Guided Learning: 45 hours

• Directed Learning: 55 hours

• Assessment: 20 hours

• Assessment Method(s): Portfolio of evidence (case studies, reports, observation, professional discussion)

• Age Range: 18+

Normally candidates will have completed the FireQual Level 3 Certificate in Foundation Fire Risk Assessment or equivalent. Alternatively, candidates may evidence competence through prior experience (APEL/RPL) in undertaking FRAs in moderate-risk premises.

Successful completion provides progression to:

• The FireQual Level 5 Certificate in Advanced Fire Risk Assessment (RQF) / SCQF Level 8.
• Senior fire risk assessment roles, consultancy, or specialist practice.
• Broader fire safety compliance and advisory positions.
• Alignment with professional recognition frameworks for fire risk assessors.

This qualification is delivered through FireQual Approved Training Centres (ATCs). Your chosen centre will guide you through the learning and assessment process, including costs, delivery models, and assessment requirements.

Some centres may offer an assessment-only route for candidates with substantial prior experience. Please speak to one of our Approved Training Centres for further details.

This Qualification is available through the following FireQual Approved Training Centres:

• C.S Todd & Associates
• FIA - Fire Industry Association
• Fire Service College
• FPA - Fire Protection Association
• IFSM - Institute of Fire Safety Managers