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WFST

WFST Ltd is one of the UK's leading providers of fire safety training, consultancy, fire risk assessment, fire engineering support, and competency development services. We work with Fire and Rescue Services, public sector organisations, private sector businesses, and individuals seeking to build rewarding careers within the fire safety profession. Unlike many training providers, our programmes are developed and delivered by practising fire safety professionals who actively work within the industry every day. This ensures our learners receive practical, current, and professionally relevant training that reflects real-world fire safety challenges, legislation, and best practice.

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Why Choose WFST?

  • Training delivered by experienced fire safety practitioners and subject matter experts
  • Industry-recognised qualifications and accredited programmes
  • Practical learning based on real-life fire safety challenges
  • Flexible delivery options including classroom, virtual, and blended learning
  • Ongoing professional development and career support
  • Direct access to consultants, assessors, auditors, fire engineers, and fire risk professionals actively working in the sector
  • Trusted by Fire and Rescue Services, local authorities, government organisations, housing providers, and major commercial clients throughout the UK

What Makes WFST Different?

Many training organisations simply deliver qualifications. WFST combines professional training with active consultancy, fire risk assessment services, fire engineering support, compliance audits, and competency assessments. A large majority of the WFST team have military backgrounds, bringing with them extensive experience in leadership, training, discipline, risk management, and operational decision-making.

Because our instructors remain actively engaged in industry projects, learners benefit from current knowledge, practical case studies, emerging regulatory developments, and genuine real-world experience. This combination of military experience and active industry practice provides a learning experience that goes beyond qualification achievement, focusing on developing competent professionals capable of applying their knowledge effectively in practice.


Industry Recognition

WFST is proud to be:

  • An SFJ Awards Approved Training Centre
  • A BAFE Registered Organisation
  • Certified to ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management Standards
  • A provider of training developed using Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) principles

Fire Safety Training Programmes

Our training portfolio supports learners at every stage of their professional journey, from those entering the fire safety profession to experienced practitioners seeking specialist knowledge.

Courses are delivered by practising professionals with extensive experience across fire risk assessment, fire safety management, auditing, compliance, fire engineering, and building safety.

Training areas include

  • Fire Safety and Fire Warden Training
  • Fire Risk Assessment Qualifications
  • Fire Auditor Qualifications
  • Fire Safety Management
  • Passive Fire Protection Awareness
  • Building Safety and Compliance
  • Specialist Fire Safety Professional Development
  • Bespoke Corporate Fire Safety Training

Supporting Service Leavers and Veterans

WFST proudly supports members of the Armed Forces community transitioning into civilian careers. As an ELCAS-approved learning provider, we enable eligible service personnel and service leavers to use Enhanced Learning Credits (ELC) towards approved training with WFST.

The fire safety profession offers excellent opportunities for service leavers, with many military skills transferring directly into fire safety and compliance roles. Leadership, risk management, operational planning, communication, and decision-making are all highly valued within the sector.

Our programmes provide recognised qualifications, practical knowledge, and structured development pathways to help learners establish successful long-term careers.

ECLAS Information - WFST Ltd Provider Id 14207 - WFST Ltd is an ELCAS-approved learning provider, enabling eligible serving personnel and service leavers to use Enhanced Learning Credits towards approved fire safety and training qualifications. Through high-quality, industry-recognised programmes, WFST supports the Armed Forces community in developing professional skills and transitioning into rewarding civilian careers.


Supporting Fire and Rescue Services

WFST works with Fire and Rescue Services across the United Kingdom, providing professional training, competency development, and technical support.

Our programmes help fire safety teams, inspectors, managers, and operational personnel maintain professional standards while responding to evolving legislation, building safety requirements, and emerging risks.


Consultancy and Technical Services

Alongside training, WFST provides:

  • Fire Risk Assessments
  • Fire Strategies
  • Fire Engineering Support
  • Compliance Audits
  • Fire Safety Consultancy
  • Competency and Assurance Services

This active involvement within the sector ensures our training remains current, practical, and aligned with real-world fire safety challenges.


Trusted by Leading Organisations

WFST has supported organisations across a wide range of sectors including construction, aviation, retail, hospitality, healthcare, education, housing, and commercial property.

Our publicly referenced client portfolio includes:

  • Balfour Beatty
  • Heathrow Airport
  • Tesco
  • JD Wetherspoon
  • South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue
  • Wagamama

Our Mission

To support service leavers, veterans, and those seeking a new career by providing high-quality, industry-recognised fire safety training and clear pathways into a rewarding profession, while helping employers develop the competent fire safety professionals they need.


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Courses Available

Course Overview Region Contact Funding
Risk Management
SFJ Awards Level 3 Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment - £1300 exc VAT
Provides learners with the knowledge and practical skills required to undertake fire risk assessments in a range of premises. Covering fire safety legislation, hazard identification, risk evaluation, and the implementation of suitable control measures, the qualification is ideal for those seeking to develop competence in conducting fire risk assessments and supporting organisational compliance with fire safety requirements.
Nationwide,Liverpool  .    email    website
ELC
Fire Safety Management
Level 3 Award in Fire Safety Management - £950.00 exc VAT
Provides learners with the knowledge and skills required to effectively manage fire safety within an organisation. Covering fire safety legislation, risk management, fire prevention, emergency planning, and organisational responsibilities, the qualification is ideal for managers, supervisors, and those responsible for ensuring fire safety compliance and protecting people, property, and business continuity.
Nationwide,Liverpool  .    email    website
ELC

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