Ventilation

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Learners then have up to six months to complete their workplace portfolio." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does the course include an assessment?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. The course includes online theory, practical training, a theory test, practical assessments and a workplace portfolio. Learners complete the course with a recorded 30-minute professional discussion based on their portfolio evidence." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What evidence is needed for the fire damper portfolio?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The portfolio must include evidence of at least four fire damper inspection and maintenance activities personally undertaken by the learner in the workplace. Supporting evidence should include relevant risk assessments and method statements, programmes of work, fire strategies, compartmentation drawings, asset registers, previous inspection reports, photographs, inspection records, maintenance documentation and completion reports." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need a Health, Safety and Environment Test?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. Learners must have an in-date Health, Safety and Environment Test. Evidence must be uploaded, checked and confirmed before starting the practical element of the course." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I use this course for a Blue Skilled Worker SKILLcard application?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Yes. On successful completion, learners receive an EAL certificate valid for five years. The certificate can be used to apply for the Blue Skilled Worker SKILLcard, supporting access to site for relevant work." } } ] } ] } Important – Please Read Before Booking This course is for those currently involved in fire damper inspection or related roles. Please ensure you purchase this course in the name of the person who will be completing the training. Develop Your Competence In Fire Damper Inspection And Maintenance This EAL-approved course will help you develop the knowledge and skills needed to carry out fire damper inspection and maintenance work in line with current industry guidance and standards, providing confidence to you, your business and your customers. Course Overview The BESA DW145 Fire Damper Inspection and Maintenance Course has been designed around DW145: Guide to Good Practice for the Installation, Design and Selection, Inspection and Maintenance of Fire Dampers. It is also aligned with the fire damper components of National Occupational Standard BSEFSD04 and responds to the industry’s growing focus on technical competence and safety. This is a hybrid course. The theory is delivered online through BESA Academy, while the practical training and assessment are delivered in person at BESA-approved training centres. On successful completion, you will have demonstrated the skills and knowledge needed to carry out fire damper inspection and maintenance. You will also receive an EAL certificate, which can be used to apply for the Blue Skilled Worker SKILLcard. Who Is the Course For? Course Prerequisites: Important – Please Read This course is recommended for learners aged 18 or over who are currently involved in fire damper inspection or a related role. Learners must be able to complete a portfolio of site-based inspection evidence within the required timeframe. Relevant roles and experience may include: Fire damper inspectors and technicians HVAC, ductwork or ventilation engineers with an understanding of fire dampers Firestopping professionals with access to suitable inspection opportunities Specialist maintenance providers carrying out fire damper inspections It is the learner’s responsibility to obtain and submit the required workplace evidence within six months. Health, Safety And Environment Test You must have an in-date Health, Safety and Environment Test. Evidence will need to be uploaded, checked and confirmed before you begin the practical element of the course. BESA Academy offers an online test designed to save you time and money. Find out more and book the BESA Academy Health, Safety and Environment Test for Craft and Operatives . DW145 Course: What You Will Learn Online Modules Principles and Practice of Fire Damper, Smoke Damper and Ventilation Systems Legislation, Guidelines, Policies, Procedures and Protocols Design Awareness Installation Awareness Preparation for Inspection and Maintenance Inspection and Testing Maintenance and Faults Handover Practical Training In Centre Type 1, 2, 3 and 4 inspection types Carry out each level of fire damper inspection in line with BESA DW145, from visual checks through to detailed internal examination, identifying defects and assessing condition. Testing Operate and functionally test fire dampers using calibrated instruments and recognised industry methods, confirming correct activation, closure and reset. Maintenance Plan and carry out scheduled maintenance activities, including confirming job readiness, coordinating with other trades and site services, and establishing safe isolation procedures where required. Repair Remove, replace or repair fire dampers, components and associated equipment, followed by reinspection and testing to confirm correct operation. Theory test, practical assessment and preparation for the portfolio Demonstrate overall competence through a written knowledge check, a supervised practical assessment and guided preparation of evidence for your professional portfolio. Locate your nearest BESA-approved training centre . Practical Training Centres And Available Dates Please note: You will be asked to select your preferred practical training dates after completing the online theory. Dates are subject to availability. Swiftclean (UK) Ltd Compliance House Aviation Way Southend-on-Sea SS2 6UN 2026 Practical Training Dates 22–24 July 10–13 August 9–11 September 7–9 October 4–6 November 2–4 December Hasman Ltd 307 Century Buildings Tower Street Brunswick Business Park Liverpool L3 4BJ 2026 Practical Training Dates 3–5 August 30 September–2 October 19–21 October 23–25 November 2–4 December Further training centres will be available soon in Scotland and the West Midlands. Complete the short online form to be the first to know. Portfolio Build The portfolio must demonstrate practical skills and knowledge in the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire dampers in accordance with UK legislation and recognised industry guidance. A portfolio template will be provided. The portfolio must contain evidence of at least four fire damper inspection and maintenance activities that you have personally undertaken in the workplace. Once your assessor is satisfied with the evidence provided, you will be invited to a recorded 30-minute professional discussion. This will confirm your knowledge and understanding of the activities you have completed. The portfolio should include evidence such as: Risk assessments and method statements Programmes of work Fire strategies Compartmentation drawings Asset registers Previous inspection reports Photographs Inspection records Maintenance documentation Completion reports Why Take the BESA DW145 Fire Damper Inspection And Maintenance Course? Demonstrate your competence in fire damper inspection and maintenance Gain an EAL certificate that can be used to apply for a Blue Skilled Worker SKILLcard Support the delivery of work in line with industry guidance and standards Build confidence and reassurance for you, your business and your customers Apply your learning through a combination of online theory and practical training Course Delivery And Duration This hybrid course combines online theory with practical training and assessment delivered in person, reducing the amount of time you need to spend away from work. Online theory: Four to six hours, depending on experience Once you have successfully completed the online theory through BESA Academy, you can move on to book your practical training. Practical training in centre: Three days Carry out fire damper inspections and maintenance activities in the workshop, followed by practical assessment. Portfolio build: Up to six months Compile evidence of your workplace activities before completing a recorded professional discussion with your assessor. Course Cost Non-BESA members: £1,650 + VAT BESA members: £1,450 + VAT The exclusive BESA member discount will be applied automatically at checkout. On Completion Of The Course On successful completion of the BESA DW145 Fire Damper Inspection and Maintenance Course, you will receive an EAL certificate valid for five years. The certificate can be used to apply for the Blue Skilled Worker SKILLcard, supporting access to site for relevant work. Frequently Asked Questions What Is The BESA DW145 Fire Damper Inspection And Maintenance Course? It is a hybrid course designed to help learners develop and demonstrate the knowledge and skills required to carry out fire damper inspection, testing and maintenance in line with BESA DW145 guidance and recognised industry standards. The course combines online theory delivered through BESA Academy with practical training and assessment delivered in person at BESA-approved training centres. Who Is This Course Designed For? This course is recommended for learners aged 18 or over who are currently involved in fire damper inspection or related roles. It is suitable for people with relevant experience in HVAC, ductwork, ventilation, firestopping or related building services roles. Learners will need access to workplace fire damper inspection opportunities to complete the required portfolio evidence. Does The Course Include Fire Damper Testing? Yes. The course covers fire damper inspection, testing and maintenance. The practical training includes functional testing using calibrated instruments and recognised industry methods, including confirming correct activation, closure and reset. Is This Course Relevant To Passive Fire Protection? Yes. Fire dampers form part of a building’s wider passive fire protection strategy by helping to restrict the spread of fire and smoke through ductwork and ventilation systems. This course focuses specifically on the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire dampers in line with current industry guidance. How Long Does The DW145 Course Take? The online theory takes approximately four to six hours to complete, depending on experience. Once the online theory has been completed, learners can move on to book their practical training. The practical training and assessments take place over three days at a BESA-approved training centre. After the practical element, learners have up to six months to complete their workplace portfolio. Does The Course Include An Assessment? Yes. The course includes online theory, practical training, a theory test, practical assessments and a workplace portfolio. Learners complete the course by undertaking a recorded 30-minute professional discussion with their assessor. This provides final confirmation of their knowledge and understanding and is based on the evidence contained in the portfolio. What Evidence Is Needed For The Fire Damper Portfolio? The portfolio must include evidence of at least four fire damper inspection and maintenance activities that the learner has personally undertaken in the workplace. Evidence should also include relevant risk assessments and method statements, programmes of work, fire strategies, compartmentation drawings, asset registers, previous inspection reports, photographs, inspection records, maintenance documentation and completion reports. Do I Need A Health, Safety And Environment Test? Yes. Learners must have an in-date Health, Safety and Environment Test. Evidence will need to be uploaded, checked and confirmed before starting the practical element of the course. Can I Use This Course For A Blue Skilled Worker SKILLcard Application? Yes. On successful completion, learners will receive an EAL certificate valid for five years. This certificate can be used to apply for the Blue Skilled Worker SKILLcard, supporting access to site for relevant work.

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What You Will Learn Across approximately 35 minutes of self-paced online learning, the course covers the core aspects of BESA's TR40 Guide to Good Practice, including: Who is accountable for what, and when Legal duties and best practice requirements under COSHH and the Health and Safety at Work etc. Act 1974 The different LEV stages and the necessary skills, knowledge, experience, and training required at each stage Who Should Take This Course? This awareness level course is ideal for anyone involved in the design, operation, or oversight of LEV systems, including building services and mechanical engineering professionals, Health and Safety officers, facilities managers and estates teams, duty holders and responsible persons, and procurement leads or project managers with LEV responsibilities. Why This Course Matters Local exhaust ventilation systems are one of the most widely used engineering controls for reducing worker exposure to airborne hazardous substances. 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