Bank Fire Officer/Trainer

University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider seeks a Bank Fire Officer/Trainer for The Royal Bournemouth Hospital Site. The role involves ensuring fire safety compliance and delivering training to staff across the Trust. Candidates should have knowledge of fire regulations, experience in training, and a commitment to safety practices. The position requires working across sites and conducting audits of fire safety measures. This role supports overall safety within healthcare environments.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of fire safety regulations and legislation.
• Experience in training staff on fire safety procedures.
• Ability to conduct fire drills effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations.
• Prepare and deliver fire safety training programs.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits of fire safety measures.

Job description

Overview

University Hospitals Dorset are looking for a Bank Fire Officer/Trainer at The Royal Bournemouth Hospital Site.

The post holder will be responsible for all matters regarding fire safety throughout the Trusts and appropriate training of personnel in fire safety.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Trust remains compliant with the current fire safety regulations, HTMs, Firecode, and Regulatory Reform Order Fire.
• Keep abreast of changes in fire safety legislation and guidance and bring these to the attention of the Trust Management.
• Survey fire safety installations and research new developments in fire technology to achieve improvements where necessary.
• Attend training courses and seminars to maintain personal knowledge of fire safety at the highest level.
• Understand the work practices of wards and departments throughout the Trust and ensure that fire safety measures are compatible with the operational efficiency of the Trust.
• Prepare training programs for all staff within the Trust and deliver training sessions both at ward or departmental level and via general fire lectures in conjunction with the training department. Devise differing lectures for the various categories of staff.
• Base Location: The Royal Bournemouth Hospital – cross site working will be required.
• Respond to requests from other organisations who work within the Trust buildings for fire safety training.
• Train members of the Hospital Fire Teams and others in their specific responsibilities.
• Ensure staff in areas with special rescue equipment are trained to be competent with it.
• Educate the Trust Management in their responsibilities regarding fire safety.
• Arrange and monitor a programme of annual fire drills in the appropriate buildings. Witness the effectiveness of evacuation arrangements and recommend remedial action when necessary.
• Ensure that contractors working within the Trust are aware of fire safety requirements prior to them commencing work on site. Carry out regular inspections of work sites to ensure that fire safety is being maintained.
• Ensure that patients are aware of fire safety procedures through published material issued to them and visit wards to help remedy any problems with patients not complying with laid down fire safety procedures. This may include development of literature to be included within patient information packs.
• Arrange and conduct training sessions to ensure adequate Fire Wardens are appointed across the Trust.

Interviews: Date to be confirmed.

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