New Passive Fire Protection Course Launched for Sales and Distribution Professionals

A new online learning programme has been launched by The Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP).

Developed specifically for professionals working in sales, distribution, merchanting and customer-facing roles, The Role of Sales and Distribution: Passive Fire Protection Fundamentals course provides a practical introduction to passive fire protection (PFP) and the critical role it plays in safeguarding buildings, protecting lives and supporting regulatory compliance.

Understanding Passive Fire Protection

As awareness of fire safety responsibilities continues to grow across the construction supply chain, there is an increasing need for those involved in specifying, selling and supplying fire protection products to understand the fundamentals behind the systems they represent. ASFP says this new course has been designed to meet that need, equipping learners with the knowledge required to provide informed and responsible product guidance within the scope of their role.

Adam Shipstone, ASFP Head of Training, explains: “We developed this course following direct feedback from industry and through the collaborative work of our specialist working groups, who have played a key role in shaping the competency framework for professionals operating in sales and distribution.

“The course provides learners with an understanding of passive fire protection and its importance within the built environment. Designed specifically for sales, distribution and customer-facing professionals, it introduces the fundamentals of fire behaviour, fire development and the principles of passive fire protection.

“Learners will gain an understanding of how passive fire protection systems help control the spread of fire and smoke, protect escape routes, maintain structural stability and support overall building safety. The course also explores common passive fire protection products and systems, including firestopping, fire-resistant boards, intumescent coatings and fire doors, together with the importance of testing, certification and manufacturers’ technical documentation.

“Upon successful completion, learners will be able to provide informed, responsible and technically sound product guidance within the scope of their role.”

Course Details

Delivered online through the Nucleus Technologies learning platform, the programme can be completed in approximately 1.5 to 4 hours.

The course takes learners on a structured journey through the fundamentals of fire science and passive fire protection, covering both technical knowledge and practical considerations relevant to sales and distribution environments.

The programme concludes with a short online knowledge check, enabling learners to demonstrate their understanding and reinforce key learning points before completion.

The course is also eligible through the CITB Employer Network.

For further information, visit the ASFP Academy.

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