Client: Ards and North Down Labour Market Partnership
Training Provider: Consult CPK
Course Delivered: Level 2 Fire Safety
Location: Ards & North Down Borough
Overview
Consult CPK is proud to have partnered with the Ards and North Down Labour Market Partnership (LMP) to deliver a series of Level 2 Fire Safety training courses to organisations across the borough. This initiative forms part of a broader strategy to enhance workforce readiness, improve safety standards, and support local economic development.
The Labour Market Partnership plays a vital role in collaborating with statutory, voluntary, and community organisations to identify local employment needs and create opportunities for skills development. Through this partnership, Consult CPK has been able to deliver targeted, high-impact training to a diverse range of businesses.
The Challenge
Across many sectors — particularly hospitality, retail, and public services — organisations face increasing responsibility to ensure that staff are fully trained in fire safety procedures. However, common challenges include:
Limited access to accredited, high-quality training
Inconsistent knowledge of fire safety protocols
Lack of confidence in responding to emergency situations
The need for training that is both practical and tailored to specific workplace environments
The objective of this initiative was to address these challenges by equipping participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence required to maintain safe working environments.
The Training Delivery
Consult CPK delivered the Level 2 Fire Safety qualification, a recognised and accredited course designed to provide essential fire safety knowledge applicable across all industries.
Participants were drawn from a wide range of respected local organisations, including:
- Gowan’s Ballyspurge
- 2Savealife First Aid NI
- Pier 36 (Pub on the Pier)
- DPS
- Donegans Restaurant
- Ards and North Down Borough Council
- Bow Bells
- Harbour & Company
The training sessions were delivered in an engaging and practical format, covering:
Fire prevention and risk awareness
Emergency procedures and evacuation planning
Safe use of fire extinguishers
Understanding legal responsibilities within the workplace
Each course was tailored to reflect the specific risks and operational realities of the participating organisations, ensuring maximum relevance and impact.
Outcomes and Impact
The programme achieved excellent results, with all participants successfully completing the course and receiving accredited certification.
Key outcomes included:
- Enhanced workforce readiness across multiple sectors
- Increased confidence in handling fire-related emergencies
- Improved understanding of legal compliance and safety responsibilities
- Strengthened safety culture within participating organisations
Feedback from attendees highlighted the practical nature of the training and its immediate applicability within their respective workplaces. The diversity of participants also encouraged valuable discussion and shared learning across industries.
Why It Matters
Fire safety training is not simply a regulatory requirement — it is a critical component of protecting lives, property, and business continuity. By investing in accredited training, organisations demonstrate a clear commitment to the wellbeing of their employees, customers, and communities.
This initiative also reinforces the importance of collaboration between training providers and local partnerships. By working together, Consult CPK and the Labour Market Partnership have helped to raise safety standards and support sustainable workforce development across the region.
Why Choose Consult CPK
Consult CPK continues to be a trusted provider of health and safety training, offering:
- Accredited and recognised qualifications
- Certificates issued upon successful completion
- Bespoke training solutions tailored to organisational needs
- A comprehensive range of health and safety courses
Our approach combines technical expertise with practical delivery, ensuring that training is not only compliant but genuinely effective.
Looking Ahead
Following the success of this programme, Consult CPK looks forward to continuing its collaboration with the Ards and North Down Labour Market Partnership, supporting more organisations in building safer, more resilient workplaces.
Your safety matters — at work, at home, and everywhere in between.
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