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Fire Warden Training · Dublin · Updated 17 July 2026

Fire Warden Training Dublin — Essential 1-Day Certified Course

Quick answer: Fire warden training Dublin is a 1-day certified course from WorkSafe Ireland, priced from €99 per person, delivered at the Belgard Road, Tallaght venue or on-site at your Dublin workplace. Certification is valid for 3 years and satisfies the fire-warden duties set out in the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005.

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From
€99 per person
Duration
1 day
Certification
Valid 3 years
Group size
Min 5 · Max 12
Dublin venue
Belgard Road, Tallaght (DWEC)

Fire warden training Dublin — overview from WorkSafe Ireland

Fire warden training Dublin — WorkSafe Ireland certified fire warden and fire marshal course

Fire warden training Dublin is the WorkSafe Ireland one-day certified programme that prepares nominated staff to prevent fires, raise the alarm, evacuate the building safely, and discharge a fire extinguisher on a live, controlled fire. The Dublin fire warden course is priced from €99 per person and is delivered to groups of 5 to 12 learners drawn from Dublin city centre, Tallaght, Blanchardstown, Swords and across the wider Dublin region.

In Ireland, fire warden training is also known as fire marshal training, and sits alongside the general fire safety training Dublin employers must arrange for their staff. The two terms are interchangeable: WorkSafe Ireland issues the same 3-year Fire Warden Certificate of Attendance under either name, and the content, duties covered and legal basis are identical.

WorkSafe Ireland delivers fire warden training across Ireland, with the Dublin training venue on the Belgard Road, Tallaght and headquarters in Gorey, Co. Wexford. Every fire warden training Dublin course is delivered by a suitably qualified and experienced tutor working from the WorkSafe Ireland training standard — see the full Fire Warden course details for the nationwide programme.

Fire warden training Dublin — price and what’s included

The fire warden training Dublin price starts from €99 per person for the scheduled open course at the Belgard Road, Tallaght venue. That fee covers the full 1-day certified course, all training materials, the live outdoor extinguisher drill, and the WorkSafe Ireland Fire Warden Certificate of Attendance valid for 3 years. On-site fire warden courses for Dublin employers are quoted on request for groups of 5 to 12 learners; the per-head cost typically falls as group size increases.

Many fire warden courses in Dublin run for just three to four hours. The WorkSafe Ireland course is a full day, which allows time for the live extinguisher drill, evacuation practice and a proper written and oral evaluation — not just a classroom talk.

Course options for Dublin employers

Dublin employers can attend a scheduled open course at the WorkSafe Ireland Dublin training venue, or book a private in-company course delivered on-site anywhere in Dublin. The table below summarises the two Dublin delivery options for fire warden training.

OptionOpen Dublin courseOn-site Dublin course
LocationBelgard Road, Tallaght (DWEC)Your Dublin premises
Price from€99 per personQuote on request
Group sizeIndividual learners5–12 learners
Duration1 day1 day
CertificationValid 3 yearsValid 3 years
Practical drillControlled outdoor fireControlled outdoor fire on your site

Where fire warden training Dublin runs

The WorkSafe Ireland Dublin courses run on scheduled dates at the Dublin training venue on the Belgard Road, Tallaght (www.dwec.ie) — free all-day parking, with a Luas stop close by. Check current dates and book through worksafe.ie/upcoming-courses, email info@worksafe.ie, or phone 053 94 81445.

For groups of 5 to 12, WorkSafe Ireland brings fire warden training Dublin directly to the workplace. An outdoor area is required on-site for the controlled extinguisher drill, along with a training room set up classroom or U-shape style, a digital projector, and a selection of commonly used extinguishers for practical discharge.

What the Dublin fire warden course covers

Every fire warden training Dublin course blends classroom theory with a supervised practical extinguisher drill. The syllabus mirrors the WorkSafe Ireland national fire warden standard and covers the full duties of a workplace fire warden.

  • Physics and chemistry of fire, ignition, growth and spread
  • Fire spread by conduction, convection and radiation
  • Selection and safe use of fire extinguishers (live practical)
  • Fire detection, suppression and emergency lighting
  • Assembly-point procedures and personal behaviour during evacuation
  • Assisting mobility-impaired workers during evacuation
  • Duties of a Dublin fire warden and interface with emergency services
  • Post-course evaluation with written and oral questions

Fire warden training online vs in person

Online fire safety awareness modules exist and are useful for general staff, but a fire warden’s certification requires physically discharging an extinguisher and leading an evacuation — duties that cannot be assessed through a screen. WorkSafe Ireland therefore delivers fire warden training in person, with a live outdoor extinguisher drill on every Dublin course.

A practical approach for Dublin employers is to combine free or low-cost online fire awareness content for the wider workforce with certified in-person fire warden training for the nominated wardens on each floor or shift.

According to the Health and Safety Authority, every Dublin employer must appoint and adequately train fire wardens under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005. The Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003 add further duties on Dublin premises, including emergency planning and evacuation drills.

Fire-warden training records issued by WorkSafe Ireland are the primary evidence a Dublin employer produces to inspectors from the Health and Safety Authority and the local fire authority. Directors can be personally liable where fire-warden duties have not been discharged.

Fire warden training Dublin — FAQs

How much does fire warden training in Dublin cost?+
WorkSafe Ireland fire warden training in Dublin starts from €99 per person for the 1-day certified course. Group bookings of 5–12 learners at your Dublin premises are quoted on request via info@worksafe.ie or 053 94 81445.
How long is Fire Warden training valid for in Ireland?+
Fire warden training in Ireland is valid for 3 years from the date of the course. WorkSafe Ireland recommends refresher training before the 3-year expiry, or sooner if the premises layout or fire-risk assessment materially changes.
Do fire wardens need training?+
Yes. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005, every Irish employer must prepare an emergency plan and ensure the staff designated to carry it out — the fire wardens — are adequately trained. An untrained fire warden does not satisfy the employer’s legal duty.
What training should you expect as a Fire Warden?+
A fire warden should expect classroom theory on how fire starts and spreads, hands-on practice discharging a fire extinguisher on a live controlled fire, evacuation and assembly-point procedures, assisting mobility-impaired colleagues, and a written and oral evaluation. The WorkSafe Ireland Dublin course covers all of these in one day.
What is a Fire Warden certificate?+
A Fire Warden certificate is the written record that a named employee has completed accredited fire warden training and is competent to act as a fire warden. WorkSafe Ireland issues a Fire Warden Certificate of Attendance valid for 3 years after the 1-day Dublin course.
How long is fire warden training in Dublin?+
The fire warden training Dublin course runs for one full day. It combines classroom theory with a practical extinguisher drill on a controlled outdoor fire, and a WorkSafe Ireland certificate of attendance is issued on completion.
Is fire warden training a legal requirement for Dublin employers?+
Effectively yes. Under the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act 2005 every Dublin employer must prepare an emergency plan and designate trained fire wardens. The Fire Services Acts 1981 and 2003 place further fire-safety duties on employers.
Can I do fire warden training online?+
Online modules can cover fire awareness theory, but certified fire warden training requires a live extinguisher drill and practical evacuation duties that must be delivered and assessed in person. WorkSafe Ireland delivers fire warden training Dublin in person, at the Belgard Road, Tallaght venue or on-site at your workplace.
Is there free fire warden training in Ireland?+
Free fire safety awareness resources are published by the Health and Safety Authority, but certified fire warden training with a live extinguisher drill is an instructor-led paid course. WorkSafe Ireland’s Dublin fire warden course starts from €99 per person, including certification valid for 3 years.
Where does WorkSafe Ireland run fire warden training in Dublin?+
Fire warden training Dublin courses run on scheduled dates at the WorkSafe Ireland Dublin training venue on the Belgard Road, Tallaght (www.dwec.ie) — free all-day parking, with a Luas stop close by, and easy access from Dublin city centre and the wider Dublin region. On-site delivery is also available at Dublin workplaces for 5–12 learners.
Is fire warden training the same as fire marshal training?+
Yes. In Ireland, fire warden training and fire marshal training are used interchangeably — the course content, duties covered and 3-year certification are identical, and WorkSafe Ireland issues the same certificate under both names.

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