Fire Safety Training
When a fire starts, employees must know how to respond quickly and effectively. Fire extinguisher training provides the knowledge and confidence to safely extinguish small fires before they become catastrophic—or to know when to evacuate instead.
Guspora offers OSHA-compliant fire extinguisher training programs for businesses of all sizes. Our hands-on training ensures your team not only understands fire safety principles but can actually operate an extinguisher effectively under pressure.
OSHA Compliant
Training meets OSHA 1910.157 requirements for designated fire fighters
Hands-On Practice
Live fire training with real extinguishers, not just classroom theory
On-Site Training
We come to your facility for convenient, relevant training
OSHA Requirement
Training Benefits
- Meet OSHA compliance requirements
- Reduce property damage from fires
- Potentially lower insurance premiums
- Increase employee confidence
- Learn proper evacuation procedures
- Understand fire classifications
- Know when NOT to fight a fire
- Hands-on practice with live fire
Who Needs Training?
Required Training:
- • Employees designated to use extinguishers
- • Fire brigade/emergency response team members
- • Anyone expected to fight incipient fires
- • Hot work permit holders
Recommended Training:
- • All employees (general awareness)
- • Supervisors and managers
- • Safety committee members
- • New hire orientation
We offer several training programs to meet your needs and budget.
Standard Training
Most PopularComprehensive classroom and hands-on training meeting OSHA requirements. Includes live fire practice with actual extinguishers.
| Duration | 2-3 hours |
| Format | Classroom + Live Fire |
| Group Size | Up to 20 participants |
| Location | Your facility or our training site |
| Certificate | Individual certificates provided |
Topics Covered:
- Fire science basics (fire triangle, classes of fire)
- Types of fire extinguishers and their uses
- P.A.S.S. technique (Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep)
- When to fight vs. when to evacuate
- Hands-on practice extinguishing live fires
- Proper inspection and maintenance awareness
Fire Warden/Brigade Training
Advanced training for employees designated as fire wardens or emergency response team members.
| Duration | 4-6 hours |
| Includes | All Standard topics plus: |
- Emergency action plan coordination
- Evacuation procedures and routes
- Accountability and headcount
- Communication with emergency services
- Fire prevention and inspection
- Leadership during emergencies
Awareness Training (No Live Fire)
Classroom-only training for general employee awareness. Does not include hands-on practice.
| Duration | 30-60 minutes |
| Format | Classroom/Presentation only |
| Best For | Evacuation-only policy employees |
- Fire prevention awareness
- How to report a fire
- Evacuation procedures
- Fire extinguisher locations
- When to attempt fire control
Note
Annual Refresher Training
OSHA requires annual retraining for designated employees. Our refresher course reviews key concepts and includes hands-on practice.
| Duration | 1-2 hours |
| Format | Brief review + Live Fire practice |
| Frequency | Required annually by OSHA |
- Review of fire classes and extinguisher types
- P.A.S.S. technique refresher
- Hands-on live fire practice
- Updated certificates
OSHA Requirements
OSHA 1910.157 (Portable Fire Extinguishers) establishes requirements for employers who provide fire extinguishers for employee use.
OSHA 1910.157(g) - Training Requirements
1910.157(g)(1): Where the employer has provided portable fire extinguishers for employee use in the workplace, the employer shall also provide an educational program to familiarize employees with the general principles of fire extinguisher use and the hazards involved with incipient stage fire fighting.
1910.157(g)(2): The employer shall provide the education required in paragraph (g)(1) of this section upon initial employment and at least annually thereafter.
1910.157(g)(3): The employer shall provide employees who have been designated to use fire fighting equipment as part of an emergency action plan with training in the use of the appropriate equipment.
1910.157(g)(4): The employer shall provide the training required in paragraph (g)(3) of this section upon initial assignment to the designated group of employees and at least annually thereafter.
What OSHA Requires
- Educational program for ALL employees
- Training upon initial employment
- Annual refresher training
- Additional training for designated fire fighters
- Training on hazards of incipient fire fighting
- Documentation of training provided
Alternative: Evacuation Only
Under 1910.157(a), employers may establish a policy requiring total evacuation instead of employee fire fighting. In this case:
- No extinguisher training required
- Must have written evacuation policy
- Extinguishers may still be needed (for fire dept use)
- Employees should know NOT to fight fires
- Still need fire prevention training
Common OSHA Citations
Training Violations:
- No training provided
- Training not conducted annually
- No training documentation
- Inadequate training content
Equipment Violations:
- Missing annual inspection
- Blocked or hidden extinguishers
- Wrong type for hazards present
- Extinguishers not mounted properly
Documentation Requirements
OSHA expects employers to maintain records of fire extinguisher training. Our training includes:
- Individual completion certificates for each participant
- Sign-in sheets with dates and topics covered
- Training outline/curriculum documentation
- Instructor qualifications on file
- Records suitable for OSHA inspection
Schedule Your Training
Training can be scheduled at your facility or at a convenient local location. We accommodate various schedules including evening and weekend sessions.
On-Site Training
We bring all equipment to your location for maximum convenience and relevance.
- Training at your facility
- Use your actual extinguishers for demo
- Address site-specific hazards
- No employee travel required
- Training during or after work hours
- Live fire with portable trainer
Space Required: Outdoor area approximately 20×20 feet for live fire. Indoor classroom space for presentation portion.
Training at Our Facility
Train at our dedicated facility with professional training equipment.
- Dedicated training area
- Full range of extinguisher types
- Multiple fire scenarios
- Climate-controlled classroom
- Combine with extinguisher service
- Groups or individuals welcome
Location: Kentucky - Easy access from Louisville, Lexington, and surrounding areas.
Training Information
| Program | Duration | Group Size | Live Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Training | 2-3 hours | Up to 20 | Yes |
| Fire Warden Training | 4-6 hours | Up to 15 | Yes |
| Awareness Only | 30-60 min | No limit | No |
| Annual Refresher | 1-2 hours | Up to 20 | Yes |
Combine with Inspection Service
Request Training
Ready to schedule fire extinguisher training for your team? Contact us to discuss your needs and get a quote.
Information We'll Need:
- • Number of participants
- • Training type needed
- • Preferred dates/times
- • On-site or our facility
What's Included:
- • All training materials
- • Extinguishers for practice
- • Live fire equipment
- • Individual certificates