ACCOUNTABLE PERSON TRAINING – PRACTICAL FIRE SAFETY IN REDIDENTIAL BUILDINGS

This practical training course is aligned with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 and is designed to help teams working in residential buildings identify fire risks and take action early in accordance with Awaab’s Law. Learners explore everyday fire prevention measures that support residents in their homes and help maintain safe, compliant communal areas.

The course reinforces the importance of compartmentation, ensuring anyone entering domestic properties and communal areas understands how easily fire and smoke protection can be compromised. It also covers active fire protection measures, why they matter, and the need to report faults quickly. Learners gain confidence in recognising fire safety signage and fire action notices to promote safe behaviours throughout a building. The course also highlights Fire and Rescue Service access, how building layout, obstructions, and escape routes affect fire service response and overall building safety.

Training also identifies additional requirements for Higher Risk Residential Buildings and prescribed principles under the Higher‑Risk Buildings (Management of Safety Risks etc.) (England) Regulations 2023. It ensures those attending higher‑risk buildings and acting on behalf of the Responsible Person / Accountable Person, have the expected fire safety awareness.

Who it’s for

Perfect for anyone who represents a Responsible Person and visits residential buildings:

• Building managers and dutyholders
• Accountable and Principal Accountable Persons
• Housing management and estates teams
• Maintenance teams and contractors
• Compliance leads and safety coordinators
• Social housing providers and ALMOs

If you manage, maintain, or oversee fire safety in residential buildings, this training helps you to provide the necessary fire safety awareness across the organisation.

What you’ll learn

• The most common causes of fire in residential buildings
• How UK fire statistics reveal patterns of risk
• Practical fire prevention steps for homes and communal areas
• How to assess hazards such as e‑bike charging, fuel storage, and blocked escape routes in line with Awaab’s Law
• The difference between active fire protection (alarms, sprinklers) and passive fire protection (compartmentation, fire doors)
• How to prioritise risks using Emergency and Significant timescales.
• Your responsibilities under the Building Safety Act 2022
• How to act confidently on behalf of the Accountable Person / Responsible Person
• Final assessment + certificate to demonstrate competence

Why it matters

Housing providers face increasing scrutiny around building safety, competence, and resident protection. With the competence of in house teams now part of the Fire Risk Assessments under the latest PAS 9792 guidance, and the competence of teams working for the Accountable Person a requirement under PAS 8673, this course provides clear evidence of practical competence for organisations responsible for fire safety in blocks of flats.

This course helps you:

• Meet Building Safety Act requirements
• Strengthen organisational competence
• Improve resident safety and trust
• Reduce fire risks in homes and communal areas
• Demonstrate compliance to regulators and clients

It’s practical, scenario‑based, and built around real risks in UK residential buildings.

How It Works

• 100% online and mobile-friendly
• Self-paced modules with clear visuals and voiceover
• Designed by fire safety and compliance experts
• Suitable for individuals or teams
• All learners are provided with two years of secure portal access from the date of purchase, ensuring ongoing availability of course materials, records and certificates.

Why Housing Providers Choose This Course

• Built specifically for UK residential buildings
• Aligns with the Building Safety Act 2022
• Scenario‑based learning that’s easy to apply on-site
• Recognised certificate to prove competence
• Ideal for housing associations, contractors, and property managers

Ready To Get Started?

Designed for organisations training multiple teams

• Enrol and manage staff in seconds
• Track progress with smart dashboards
• Add your organisation’s logo for a professional, trusted experience
• Build competence across estates, housing management, and maintenance teams

Looking to strengthen your organisation’s understanding around Fire Safety? This training helps your teams identify risks, speak up with confidence, act with clarity, and build trust, every day.