Introduction

This 5-day course provides a practical introduction to Fire Safety Engineering. Participants will delve into the fundamental physics of fire, exploring topics such as combustion processes, heat transfer mechanisms, smoke spread dynamics, and pyrolysis. Through interactive lectures and practical examples, attendees will gain a solid understanding of how fires ignite, develop, and can be effectively managed.
The course also introduces essential modeling techniques like Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) and Zone Models, which are crucial tools for simulating fire behavior and designing safety systems. Participants will learn how to apply these models to real-world scenarios, enhancing their ability to predict and mitigate fire risks.
The course includes topics like evacuation strategies, human behavior in fire situations, and the design of safety systems that prioritize occupant safety.

Introduction to Fire Safety Engineering

The book “Introduction to Fire Safety Engineering” is included in the course.

Who Should Attend

The target audience includes fire safety consultants, prevention staff of fire departments or safety regions, fire investigators, building and housing inspectors, and permit issuers.

Ideal participants are professionals with experience in fire safety regulations who wish to transition from a regulatory approach to a more performance-based and scientific methodology.

Participants should have a foundational understanding of mathematics and physics equivalent to higher secondary education levels—such as A-levels in the UK, Abitur in Germany, or the Baccalauréat in France. This knowledge will enable them to grasp the scientific concepts covered in the course.

Please note that individuals with a bachelor’s degree or higher in fire safety engineering may find the course content too basic for their advanced level of expertise.

Practical information

Planning
  • Maandag 2 februari 2026
  • Dinsdag 3 februari 2026
  • Woensdag 4 februari 2026
  • Donderdag 5 februari 2026
  • Vrijdag 6 februari 2026

Times: 09.00 – 16.00

Fees: € 2495 (excluding 21% Tax)

Venue

The course will take place at BCN Amsterdam

“Building Asia” – 5th floor
Hoogoorddreef 5
1101 BA Amsterdam

Instructor
Emiel van Rossum
Emiel van Rossum

Course Content

This 5-day introductory course includes a combination of theory lessons and assignments. The application assignments can be carried out individually or in groups. This way, you learn to translate theory into practice.

  • Introduction of Fire Safety Engineering and relation with prescription based aproach.

  • The importance of ethics and integrity.

  • Explaining concepts such as:

    • Pyrolysis,
    • Flashover,
    • Backdraft,
    • Smoke Gas Explosion,
    • Fire Phases, and
    • Fuel-Ventilation Controlled Fire.
  • Calculating aspects such as the relationship between power, energy, and time.
  • Calculating the relationship between power, power density, and fire surface area.
  • Applying T2 power growth rates.

  • Heat transfer: conduction, radiation, and convection.

  • Smoke flow mechanisms, optical density of smoke, and thus visibility distance.

  • Understanding plume models (at least Thomas and Heskestad).
Explanation of icons:
  • Exploratory: Focus on foundational theory.
  • Applied: Focus on practical skills.
  • Integrative: Combine theory and practice in broader contexts.

Why Choose This Course

Experience the benefits that make our course the ideal choice for advancing your fire safety expertise:

  • Expert Instruction: Learn from Emiel van Rossum, who brings 25 years of experience in fire safety and has been teaching full-time for 13 years. Emiel’s enthusiasm ensures that students remain engaged throughout the course.

  • Comprehensive Course Materials: High-quality materials are included in the course price, including the book “Introduction to Fire Safety Engineering”.

  • Convenient Location: The course is held in Amsterdam, easily accessible with ample parking and located next to the train station. It’s also close to the airport and surrounded by numerous hotels, making it ideal for participants from abroad.

  • Certificate of Completion: Upon finishing the course, you will receive a certificate of completion to acknowledge your achievement.

  • Excellent Amenities: Enjoy refreshments throughout the course, including drinks, snacks, and an extensive warm lunch buffet.

  • Established Expertise: Fire Safety Academy, though a young company, is a spin-off from the Dutch Brandpreventie Academy, established in 2013, bringing years of experience and expertise to the course.