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The Fire Safety Event

8 - 9 APRIL 2025

NEC, Birmingham

WorldSkills UK

Fire extinguishers

WorldSkills UK

Skills for security

The Fire Safety Event is delighted to partner with Worldskills UK to bring a fully immersive and interactive zone dedicated to the security engineers of tomorrow. Hosting the National Qualifiers onsite, this will raise the standard for apprentices to excel in their careers.

High-quality apprenticeships are an essential component of economic success so let's champion and build the future for security.

WORLDSKILLS UK - NATIONAL QUALIFIER

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Electronic Security Systems

Designed to reflect the role of an installation engineer working within the Electronic Security Systems Sector and standards that are expected within this industry. This task will test competitors working knowledge of system standards as well as their ability to identify and solve problems faced on a day-to-day basis as engineers.

3 heats, 3 days, 6 hours

Each competitor will takeover a part installed Intrusion Detection Systems and a Video Surveillance System, finish the Installation in accordance with the specifications and drawings, carry out Operational,  Functional and Electrical testing on each system, and Commission each system to industry standards and codes of practice as well as completing any associated paperwork.

Fire Detection & Alarm Systems

Designed to reflect the role of an installation engineer working within the Alarm Systems Sector and the standards that are expected within the industry. This task will test competitors working knowledge of system standards as well as their ability to identify and solve problems faced on a day-to-day basis as engineers.

3 heats, 3 days, 6 hours

Each competitor will  takeover a part installed Fire Alarm System, finish the Installation in accordance with the specifications and drawings, carry out Operational,  Functional and Electrical testing on each system, and Commission each system to industry standards and codes of practice as well as completing any associated paperwork.

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CHAMPIONING SECURITY INITIATIVES

SSEAThe Security & Safety Entrepreneur Awards (SSEAs) recognise and celebrate entrepreneurs in start-ups and established businesses who are making significant contributions to the field of protecting people, organisations, places and other assets; keep them secure and safe.

Join us on Day 1 at 1pm in the Networking Café to celebrate the winners!

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The Safety & Security Event Series

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