This course is ideal for

Qualified or practicing electricians
Electrical installers
Fire alarm installers
Fire detection and alarm engineers
Electrical maintenance engineers
Facilities maintenance personnel
Security and life-safety system installers
Experienced electrical workers moving into the fire alarm sector
People wishing to strengthen practical containment and cabling skills

Course Overview

The Fire Detection Installation Course is a comprehensive practical programme for electricians, electrical installers, fire alarm engineers, maintenance engineers and other suitably experienced tradespeople who
want to develop specialist fire alarm installation skills.

The course focuses on completing fire alarm wiring systems safely, accurately and professionally. Learners work with common containment systems, FP200-type fire-resistant cable and MICC cable while
developing inspection, continuity-testing, insulation-resistance-testing and documentation skills.

Training combines classroom learning, tutor demonstrations and extensive workshop practice at CBWA’s purpose-built electrical training Centre in Coventry. CBWA intends the course to be independently
endorsed, with the endorsing organisation to be confirmed before publication.

Course Content

Schedule & Duration:

This course is delivered at CBWA’s Coventry training centre. Available delivery options may include:
Daytime weekday training
Scheduled block delivery
Bespoke training for employers and groups

Please contact CBWA for the next available course dates and the confirmed timetable.

Equipment & Facilities

Training takes place at CBWA’s purpose-built construction and electrical training Centre. The Learners will have access to:

You will have access to:

Specialist electrical and fire alarm installation equipment
Practical containment, cabling, termination and testing workstations
Classroom and computer-based learning facilities
Industry-experienced tutors
Kitchen facilities
Free tea and coffee
Free on-site parking

We are located at: Unit 1, Crondal Road Bayton Road Industrial Estate Exhall, Coventry CV7 9NH

Course Description

Learners develop practical ability in planning and installing basic fire detection and alarm circuits in commercial, industrial and other non-domestic premises. Relevant principles from BS 5839-1 and BS
7671 are introduced to explain how standards influence cable selection, containment, circuit installation, testing, workmanship and documentation.

A major part of the programme is dedicated to high-quality containment and cable installation. Learners measure, mark out, cut, form, join and secure cable tray, conduit and trunking before installing and
terminating fire-resistant cables.

The course goes beyond producing an installation that simply operates. Learners are expected to complete work that is safe, correctly supported, appropriately tested, accessible, maintainable and
visually professional.

Entry Requirements

Applicants should have a suitable level of electrical knowledge or relevant practical experience. The course is intended to develop specialist fire alarm installation skills and is not a replacement for a
complete electrical apprenticeship or broader electrical qualification.

Learners must be able to use hand tools safely, follow technical instructions and complete practical workshop tasks. CBWA may carry out an initial discussion or skills review before confirming a place.

Books and Equipment Required

Suitable workwear and safety footwear
Any PPE specified by CBWA for practical sessions
Suitable stationery and note-taking materials
A non-programmable scientific calculator where requested
Relevant standards or guidance confirmed in the joining instructions

CBWA will confirm the exact PPE, books and equipment required before the course begins.

Assessment

Learners complete a combination of theoretical and practical activities to demonstrate their understanding and ability. Assessment is course-based and may include knowledge questions,
observation, inspection of completed installations, testing exercises and relevant documentation.

Practical work is assessed against areas such as:
Safe working practices
Correct use of tools and equipment
Interpretation of installation information
Selection of suitable materials
Accuracy of measurement and preparation
Installation of containment systems
Installation and termination of fire alarm cables
Cable support and mechanical protection
Continuity and insulation-resistance testing
Accurate recording of results
Neatness and quality of workmanship
Compliance with the specified installation requirements

Learners receive guidance throughout the programme and have opportunities to improve their techniques as they progress.

Skills Gained

By the end of the course, learners should be better able to:

Plan a basic fire alarm wiring installation
Interpret relevant installation information
Select suitable cables, containment and accessories
Install cable tray, PVC conduit, steel conduit, PVC trunking and steel trunking
Work with FP200-type fire-resistant cable and MICC cable
Support and protect fire alarm cabling correctly
Prepare and complete professional cable terminations
Carry out continuity testing
Carry out insulation-resistance testing
Identify basic installation faults
Record test results and installation information
Apply relevant principles from BS 5839-1 and BS 7671
Produce safe, neat and professional installation work

What Do We Offer?

Independently endorsed course
CBWA intends the programme to carry independent endorsement. The endorsing organisation and final certification wording will be inserted once formally confirmed.

Extensive practical workshop training
Tutor demonstrations are followed by supervised exercises covering containment, fire-resistant cabling, terminations, inspection and testing.

Industry-experienced tutors
Training is delivered by tutors with practical electrical and fire detection industry experience.

Real installation materials
Learners work with cable tray, conduit, trunking, FP200-type cable, MICC cable, fixings and accessories.

Focused learner feedback
Learners receive constructive feedback on safety, accuracy, technique, workmanship and presentation throughout the course.

Professional installation standards
The programme reinforces neat, accessible, maintainable and correctly documented installation work.

Progression Opportunities

After completing this course, learners may progress into fire detection installation work or undertake further training in:

Fire alarm system design
Commissioning and handover
Inspection, testing and verification
Servicing and maintenance
Fire alarm fault-finding
Emergency lighting systems
BS 5839-1 requirements
BS 5266 emergency lighting requirements
Electrical inspection and testing
Specialist fire safety qualifications

The course provides a strong practical foundation but does not, by itself, prove competence for every fire alarm role or replace any qualification, experience or certification required by an employer, certification body or scheme.

£700.00

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Fire Detection Installation Course

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Course Overview

Course Content

Planning and Preparing the Installation

Cable Tray Installation

PVC Conduit

Steel Conduit

PVC and Steel Trunking

Fire-Resistant Cable Support

FP200-Type Cable Installation

MICC Cable Installation

Separation, Protection and Workmanship

Inspection of Installed Wiring

Continuity Testing

Insulation Resistance Testing

Documentation and Record Keeping

Workshop Skills and Professional Practice

Schedule & Duration:

Equipment & Facilities

Course Description

Entry Requirements

Books and Equipment Required

Assessment

Skills Gained

What Do We Offer?

Progression Opportunities

Fire Detection Installation Course

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