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Turning Down Profitable Fire Safety or Emergency Lighting Work?

Feel more confident with expert CPD training that removes the barriers to fire safety and emergency lighting installations!

You're Not Alone

Most electrical contractors avoid fire alarm and emergency lighting jobs due to complex legislation, design concerns, and commissioning requirements. But what if the "hard parts" were handled for you?

Free CPD Training That Changes Everything

Our comprehensive CPD sessions transform how you think about fire safety and emergency lighting work. Delivered by experienced Channel professionals and former "sparkies" who have been where you've been

Course 1

Fire Detection & Fire Alarm Systems for Non-Domestic Buildings - BS5839 PT1 2025

Learn what fire alarm systems actually are
Understand they're just radial or ring circuits
Realise that you don't need to be BAFE qualified to install a fire alarm system
Navigate legislation and avoid potential litigation risks
Design and commissioning support available

Course length: Approximately 90 minutes.

Course 2

Understanding Emergency Lighting Design & Installation - BS5266 PT1 2019

Master photometric data and spacing ratios for emergency lighting fittings
Understand the true cost of "cheap" emergency fittings
Learn about 2019 standard changes (0.5 to 50 lux for some areas)
Avoid insurance claim invalidation
Proper compliance and documentation

Course length: Approximately 45 minutes.

Course 3

Fire Evacuation Systems for Residential Buildings - BS8629 2019 (EVAC)

Post-Grenfell legislation requirements
Regulations for buildings over 18m
Key distinctions between residential and commercial buildings
Holiday lets and Airbnb compliance
New market opportunities for electricians to consider

Course length: Approximately 45 minutes.

Session Details

Session Format

45-90 minutes of interactive learning with 10-40 contractors per session for optimal Q&As and networking opportunities. Option to attend back-to-back course sessions in one day.

CPD Accredited & Free

Officially recognised for your continuing professional development with no cost to attend - we invest in your success.

Local Expert Delivery

Sessions hosted in partnership with electrical wholesalers and delivered by experienced Channel professionals and former "sparks" who have been where you've been.

What You'll Leave With

Compliance Confidence

Understand exactly what you need for the "3 bits of paper" to be compliant:

Design Certificate (we provide this for free)
Installation Certificate (you provide this)
Commissioning Certificate (we can provide this)

Understand the current standards, spacing requirements and legal obligations for emergency lighting to protect yourself and clients from invalidated insurance claims.

Profit Opportunities

Bring fire safety work in-house instead of outsourcing. Fire and emergency lighting work tend to bring higher profit margins than basic electrical work and you can do these with the full support from Channel. Additionally, understand the true cost of 'cheaper' emergency lighting fittings and how buying one premium fitting can actually be more profitable for you to install than multiple lower cost fittings.

Risk Mitigation

Understand how Channel's design and commissioning services can help remove technical risk and liability from your fire safety and emergency lighting installations.

Why Choose Channel's CPD Training?

We're not just a manufacturer/distributor of fire alarm products and emergency lights - we're educators, mentors, and partners in your success. Unlike other companies, we don't install (so we never compete with you), and we provide the complete support system you need to confidently take on fire safety and emergency lighting work.

Ready to Transform Your Fire Safety & Emergency Lighting Approach?

Join electrical contractors across the UK who are already benefiting from Channel's expert CPD training

"Contractors are bringing work back in-house instead of outsourcing to security companies"

- Gary Tomlin, Former Sparky & Channel CPD Training Specialist

TESTIMONIALS

"Gary’s clear explanation and examples made the CPD course both informative and enjoyable, giving me the confidence to work safely in a challenging environment."

- Sean Hunt, EQUANS

"I found it a useful course and a toe dip into an area of work I haven’t yet needed to get involved in. I found it reassuring that you and your team are there."

- Ian Wild, Ian Wild Property Maintenance

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Contact our team today to find out about CPD sessions in your local area!

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