Fire Safety (Part B Buildings Other than Dwelling Houses, and FSC)

Description

This module aims, in as reasonably practicable a way as possible, to develop an in-depth knowledge, understanding and experience of the design and compliance requirements for Part B Buildings other than Dwelling Houses. The relevant sections of the key codes of practice prima facia linked to this guidance will also be studied.  On completion of this module, learners should be able to demonstrate, to a high standard of competence, their understanding and application of Part B through both assessment and project work. Learners should also be able to demonstrate compliance with the fire sections of the building regulations, including the preparation of a Fire Safety Certificate Application.

Learning Outcomes

1. Investigate, determine and inform their knowledge, skills and experience relating to Part B, B1 Means of escape in case of fire (including an overview of commercial stairs TGD K, B, M), Health and Safety and best practice requirements in the Irish built environment, in a reasonably practicable way.
2. Investigate, determine and inform their knowledge, skills and experience relating to Part B, B2 Internal fire spread (Linings), Health and Safety and best practice requirements in the Irish built environment, in a reasonably practicable way.
3. Investigate, determine and inform their knowledge, skills and experience relating to Part B, B3 Internal fire spread (Structure), Health and Safety and best practice requirements in the Irish built environment, in a reasonably practicable way.
4. Investigate, determine and inform their knowledge, skills and experience relating to Part B, B4 External fire spread, Health and Safety and best practice requirements in the Irish built environment, in a reasonably practicable way.
5. Investigate, determine and inform their knowledge, skills and experience relating to Part B, B5 Access and facilities for the fire service, Health and Safety and best practice requirements in the Irish built environment, in a reasonably practicable way.
6. Investigate, determine and inform their knowledge, skills and experience relating to the application of and submission thereafter of a Fire Safety Certificate for a building other than a dwelling. 

Credits

10

%Coursework

100%