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Level 3 Fire Door Safety in Derby

Cost£300.00
Duration1 week
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Aug 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 3 Fire Door Safety Course in Derby. Classes run at Derby College, part-time over one week during the day.

The course covers the principles of installing timber fire door sets and assemblies correctly. You'll study fire door components, installation standards, and compliance requirements. It suits carpenters and joiners who already have experience hanging doors, or specialists working in fire door quality and compliance. To join, you'll need GCSE Maths and English at grade 3 or equivalent, a Level 2 qualification, or relevant trade experience.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds Award in Fire Door Safety.

Who this course is for

This qualification is for those individuals who wish to develop their knowledge, understanding and awareness in the principles of safely installing timber fire door sets and assemblies to ensure fire door safety.Candidates most suited to this course will ideally be qualified carpenters and joiners with experience of hanging doors or subject specialists involved in fire door related quality and compliance.

Entry requirements

Candidates must be aged 16 or above and should be capable of achieving a Level 3 qualification. As a minimum you must meet at least one of the below criteria:Maths and English at GCSE grade 3 or the equivalentAchievement of a Level 2 qualificationExperienced carpenterExperienced joiner

What you will learn

  • You'll understand the principles of fire door safety and why correct installation matters.
  • You'll identify the components of a timber fire door set and assembly.
  • You'll learn the relevant installation standards and compliance requirements.
  • You'll recognise common installation faults and how to avoid them.
  • You'll apply best practice when fitting fire door sets in line with current regulations.

How you will learn

The course is classroom based and runs over one week. You'll learn through tutor-led sessions covering fire door principles, standards, and installation practice. Assessment is through a written test or knowledge-based assessment to confirm your understanding of fire door safety requirements.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Derby College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Carpenter, specialising in fire door installation for residential and commercial sites.
  • Joiner, fitting compliant fire door sets as part of a wider joinery role.
  • Fire door inspector, checking installations meet current safety standards.
  • Site supervisor, overseeing fire door compliance on construction projects.
  • Facilities maintenance technician, managing fire door upkeep in commercial buildings.

What you could study next

  • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry, the qualification carpenters need for a CSCS skilled-worker card and broader site work.
  • IOSH Working Safely, a short health and safety course useful for anyone working on construction sites.
  • Level 3 Award in Fire Risk Assessment, for those moving into fire safety inspection or compliance roles.
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