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NSLS-F Life Safety Fundamentals

This course provides a structured, practical introduction to the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101:2024 Edition). Students learn how to interpret, ... Show more

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1. Course Overview

This course provides a structured, practical introduction to the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101:2024 Edition). Students learn how to interpret, evaluate, and apply life-safety requirements related to egress, fire protection features, emergency planning, and performance-based life-safety evaluation.

The course forms the foundation of NFPA-based learning pathways at NAF Fire Training School.

2. Course Objectives & Learning Outcomes

2.1 Course Objectives

Understand means of egress concepts and life safety fundamentals

Recognize key code-based safety principles

Identify occupant protection strategies

Understand evacuation planning concepts

Gain awareness of coordination with emergency authorities

2.2 Learning Outcomes

Describe the main components of life safety systems

Explain the elements of means of egress

Recognize different occupancy life safety risks

Participate effectively in evacuation procedures

3. Target Audience

This course is designed for:

Engineers (fire protection, civil, architectural, mechanical)

Safety officers, facility managers, and risk professionals

Designers and building consultants

Entry-level fire protection professionals

4. Course Modules & Time Allocation

Module	Topic	Training Type	Duration
1	FUNDAMENTALS OF LIFE SAFETY	Theoretical	6 hours
2	MEANS OF EGRESS	Theoretical / Practical	6 hours
3	FIRE PROTECTION FEATURES	Practical (Demonstration)	6 hours
4	EMERGENCY PLANNING & OCCUPANT SAFETY	Theoretical	6 hours
5	LIFE SAFETY PERFORMANCE EVALUATION	Workshop Case Studies + Final Exam	8 hours

5. Assessment & Passing Requirements

Passing mark for this course is 70%.

Assessment Item	Method	Weight
Practical Workshop	Group exercise (Case Studies) / demonstration	30%
Final Exam	Multiple Choice (35 questions)	70%

6. Certificate

Participants who meet attendance requirements and achieve a final score of at least 70% will receive a certificate of successful completion for “NSLS-F Life Safety – Foundation level” issued by NAF Fire Training School.

7. Training Safety & Trainee Protection Measures

All practical and demonstration activities are conducted under strict safety controls and direct instructor supervision. Trainees must comply with safety instructions, wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), and follow approved procedures at all times.

Safety measures include controlled training environments, emergency stop procedures, and immediate corrective actions in case of unsafe behavior.

Safety Procedures

- Mandatory PPE must be worn during all live or simulated fire activities.

- Only trained instructors may authorize hands‑on exercises.

- Emergency procedures and muster points are briefed daily.

- Hydration, heat‑stress prevention, and safe conduct are enforced.

8. Daily Training Schedule

Day & Time	Module	Session Title	Training Delivery
Day 1 (09:00–17:00)	Module 1	Fire Science & Life Safety NFPA 101 Overview Occupancy Classification	Theoretical
Day 2 (09:00–17:00)	Module 2	Means of Egress	Theoretical + Demonstration
Day 3 (09:00–17:00)	Module 3 & 4	Fire Protection Features Emergency Planning	Theoretical + Demonstration
Day 4 (09:00–17:00)	Module 5 & Final Assessment	Final Exam & Evaluation	Practical + Theoretical Assessment

9. Course Disclaimer

This course is independently developed and delivered by NAF Fire Training School.

The course content is designed in alignment with internationally recognized standards and best practices in fire protection, life safety, and emergency systems, including relevant standards issued by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and other applicable international references, where appropriate.

NAF Fire Training School is not affiliated with, endorsed by, certified by, or approved by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) or any other standards-issuing body, unless explicitly stated otherwise.

Any reference to NFPA standards is for educational and informational purposes only. NFPA® is a registered trademark of the National Fire Protection Association.