Semester-wise syllabus for a Diploma in Fire & Safety Management

Semester 1: Fundamentals of Fire & Safety

1. Introduction to Fire Safety

   • Basics of fire, fire triangle, types of fire (Class A, B, C, D, K)

2. Fire Prevention & Protection Systems

   • Fire extinguishers, sprinklers, hydrants, alarms

3. Occupational Health & Safety (OHS)

   • Workplace hazards, risk assessment, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

4. Basic First Aid & Emergency Response

   • CPR, burn treatment, evacuation procedures

5. Environmental Safety

   • Hazardous waste management, pollution control

6. Practical Training

   • Fire drill simulations, use of fire extinguishers

Semester 2: Advanced Fire Safety & Industrial Applications

1. Industrial Safety Management

   • Factory safety, chemical handling, electrical safety

2. Fire Safety Laws & Regulations

   • OSHA, NFPA standards, Indian Factory Act

3. Disaster Management

   • Earthquake, flood, industrial accident response

4. Fire Investigation & Forensics

   • Cause analysis, fire reporting, legal documentation

5. Safety Audits & Inspections

   • Workplace safety checks, compliance reporting

6. Internship/Field Project

   • Industrial site visits, mock disaster drill

Key Practical Components:

• Live Firefighting Drills (using controlled fires)

• First Aid Certification (St. John Ambulance/Red Cross)

• Safety Audit Training (checklists, compliance docs)