ProQual Level 3 Award in the Inspection and Testing of Fire-Rated Ductwork and Damper Installations
Safeguard Lives & Assets with Certified Fire Coatings Assessment
Course Level
Level 3
Course Type
Ofqual Regulated
Awarding Body
ProQual
Duration
24 GLH
Study Mood
Online
Assessment
Assignments Based
Course Overview
What is this course
The ProQual Level 3 Award in the Inspection and Testing of Fire-Rated Intumescent Coatings is a specialized qualification designed for professionals responsible for ensuring the performance and compliance of passive fire protection systems. Intumescent coatings play a critical role in protecting structural steel by expanding under high temperatures to form an insulating barrier that delays structural failure during a fire. This course provides the knowledge and practical skills required to inspect, test, and verify these coatings in accordance with industry standards and fire safety regulations.
Participants will gain a clear understanding of coating types, application methods, thickness measurement, defect identification, compliance requirements, and documentation procedures. The training also emphasizes quality assurance, inspection reporting, and adherence to international fire protection standards to ensure buildings meet safety and regulatory requirements.
Ideal for inspectors, engineers, safety professionals, and construction specialists, this qualification enhances competency in passive fire protection and supports safer building environments. By completing this course, learners demonstrate their ability to assess fire-resistant coatings with accuracy, helping protect lives, assets, and structural integrity while supporting regulatory compliance.
Course Content
Detailed Curriculum Structure
To achieve the qualification candidates must complete one Mandatory unit.
Who Should Attend
Target Audience and Participants
The ProQual Level 3 Award in the Inspection and Testing of Fire-Rated Intumescent Coatings is designed for professionals responsible for ensuring the effectiveness, compliance, and quality of passive fire protection systems.
This course is suitable for:
- Passive fire protection inspectors and technicians
- Fire safety officers and fire risk assessors
- Civil, structural, and building services engineers
- Construction and project managers
- QA/QC and quality assurance inspectors
- Building inspectors and regulatory compliance officers
- Facility and maintenance managers responsible for fire protection systems
- Contractors and applicators of intumescent coatings
- Health and safety professionals working in construction and industrial sectors
- Professionals seeking specialization in passive fire protection inspection
This qualification is particularly valuable for individuals working on commercial, industrial, and high-rise projects where fire resistance compliance and structural protection are essential.
Career & Learning Benefits
Skills, Knowledge & Opportunities You Will Earn
The ProQual Level 3 Award in the Inspection and Testing of Fire-Rated Intumescent Coatings equips professionals with the knowledge and practical competence required to verify the performance and compliance of passive fire protection systems.
Key benefits include:
- Develop the ability to inspect and assess intumescent coatings with confidence and accuracy
- Understand fire protection principles and how intumescent coatings protect structural steel
- Learn proper thickness measurement, testing methods, and inspection techniques
- Identify common defects, application issues, and non-compliance risks
- Ensure compliance with fire safety regulations, industry standards, and project specifications
- Improve quality assurance and documentation for regulatory and audit requirements
- Enhance workplace safety by verifying fire resistance performance
- Strengthen career opportunities in fire safety, construction, and compliance roles
- Gain a recognized qualification that demonstrates professional competence
- Contribute to safer buildings by ensuring effective passive fire protection systems
This course provides practical, job-ready skills that support regulatory compliance, structural safety, and professional credibility in the fire protection industry.
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