FIRE HYDRAULICS & FIRE LOSS CONTROL
At BURAAQ UK, we recognise that effective fire protection in industrial environments depends not just on extinguishers or alarms, but on a deep understanding of fire dynamics, water-based suppression systems, and strategies to minimise fire-related losses.Fire Hydraulics & Fire Loss Control focuses on the science, engineering, and operational practices involved in delivering water or fire suppressant agents effectively to control and extinguish fires — especially in high-risk environments such as oil & gas facilities, warehouses, refineries, chemical plants, and large infrastructure.
Aim of FIRE HYDRAULICS & FIRE LOSS CONTROL
The aim of this training program is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills required to design, operate, and manage fire water systems, and to implement effective fire loss control strategies in industrial and high-risk environments.The course focuses on understanding fire hydraulics, ensuring optimal performance of firefighting systems, and minimising fire-related damage through proactive planning, system design, and emergency preparedness — in line with UK regulations and global best practices.
Course Overview
FIRE HYDRAULICS & FIRE LOSS CONTROL
Minimum Age
- Participants must be 18 years or older.
- Educational Background
- A technical or engineering background is preferred (e.g. mechanical, civil, fire protection, or safety engineering).
- Basic understanding of maths and physics is beneficial due to hydraulic calculations.
- Work Experience (Recommended)
- Suitable for:
- Fire safety engineers or officers
- Maintenance and utility personnel
- HSE professionals in high-risk industries (oil & gas, chemical, manufacturing)
- Facility and plant engineers involved in firefighting system design or operation
Fresh graduates or students in relevant technical fields may also join entry-level sessions.
| Course Code | Curriculum Title | Credit | DLH |
|---|---|---|---|
| BUK1597-1 | Introduction to Fire Hydraulics & Loss Control | 3 | 15 |
| BUK1597-2 | Fundamentals of Fire Behaviour | 3 | 15 |
| BUK1597-3 | Principles of Fire Hydraulics | 3 | 15 |
| BUK1597-4 | Firewater Systems & Equipment | 3 | 15 |
| BUK1597-5 | Hydraulic Calculations & Flow Requirements | 3 | 15 |
| BUK1597-6 | Fire Risk Assessment & Loss Control | 3 | 15 |
Module 1: Introduction to Fire Hydraulics & Loss Control
- Importance of water-based fire protection
- Overview of fire loss control strategies
- Key terms and principles
Module 2: Fundamentals of Fire Behaviour
- Fire triangle and tetrahedron
- Classes of fire (A, B, C, D, F)
- How fires spread in industrial settings
Module 3: Principles of Fire Hydraulics
- Pressure, flow rate, and friction loss
- Water supply systems and pressure zones
- Basics of hydraulic calculations
Module 4: Firewater Systems & Equipment
- Fire pumps: types, components, and operations
- Hydrant systems: design and layout
- Hoses, nozzles, monitors, and valves
- Sprinkler and deluge systems overview
Module 5: Hydraulic Calculations & Flow Requirements
- Calculating flow rates, nozzle pressure, and pump performance
- Pipe sizing and layout design
- NFPA and British Standard references
Module 6: Fire Risk Assessment & Loss Control
- Identifying fire risks in high-hazard industries
- Passive and active fire protection systems
- Compartmentation and fire containment strategies
- Minimising fire damage and asset loss
Module 7: Inspection, Testing & Maintenance
- Routine checks and system inspections
- NFPA 25 / BS 5306 compliance
- Troubleshooting and common system failures
Module 8: Emergency Planning & Response
- Firewater network control during incidents
- Coordination with fire departments
- Incident command and response protocols
- Fire Safety Officers and Fire Marshals
- HSE Professionals in oil & gas, petrochemical, manufacturing, and power sectors
- Engineers and Technicians involved in plant utilities or firefighting system desig
- Facility Managers and Maintenance Staff responsible for fire protection systems
- Fire & Rescue Services personnel working with industrial firewater systems
- Safety auditors and risk consultants
- All Modules within this qualification are assessed internally by the approved training Centre and externally verified by BURRAQ UK. The program uses a criterion-referenced assessment approach to ensure that learners successfully meet all required learning outcomes.
- A Pass in any unit is granted only when the learner submits valid, reliable, and authentic evidence that demonstrates achievement of the assessment criteria. The Assessor is responsible for reviewing this evidence and confirming that the learner has attained the expected standard.