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FireQual Level 3 Award
Intermediate
Take your emergency lighting knowledge from competent to qualified.
If you're responsible for the design, installation, commissioning or maintenance of emergency lighting systems, this course provides the practical knowledge and recognised qualification needed to demonstrate your competence.
This intensive two-day classroom course combines emergency lighting design, installation, testing and maintenance into one structured learning programme.
Aligned with BS 5266-1:2025, it prepares learners for the FireQual Level 3 Award in the Design, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems, giving you the confidence to specify, verify and maintain compliant emergency lighting systems throughout their lifecycle.
By combining our Foundation and Install, Test & Maintain modules into a single qualification pathway, this course develops both the technical understanding and practical competence expected of today's emergency lighting professionals.
Fire & security engineers working on emergency lighting systems
Those responsible for design, installation, or maintenance
Anyone needing a recognised Level 3 qualification
A recognised FireQual Level 3 qualification
Clear understanding of emergency lighting standards
Confidence in design, testing, and compliance decisions
Assess emergency lighting systems against current standards with confidence
Make informed decisions on compliance, design, and installation
Identify common issues before they become problems on site
These outcomes reflect the requirements of the FireQual Level 3 Award and are assessed as part of the course.
Design appropriate emergency lighting systems using prescribed design methods
Install, test, commission, and maintain systems in accordance with BS 5266-1:2025
Verify existing systems and complete required documentation and certification
Apply good practice when assessing compliance, maintenance, and ongoing system performance
Legislation, standards, and system types
The need for emergency lighting
Consultation and record keeping
Illumination conditions: escape, safety, and standby
Design process and calculations
Siting, spacing, and safety signs
Power supplies: batteries, generators, wiring systems
Installation methods and cable requirements
Protective devices and test facilities
Testing procedures and verification
Routine inspection and maintenance
Repairs, servicing, and specialist components
Documentation, certification, and logbook requirements
Assessment
Learners will complete:
a multiple-choice knowledge assessment, and
a short design-based exercise to demonstrate understanding.
Successful completion leads to the award of the:
FireQual Award in the Design, Installation, Commissioning and Maintenance of Emergency Lighting Systems (Level 3)
Learners will also receive an Ember Compliance Certificate of Achievement CPD: 16 CPD Hours

At Ember Compliance, we're committed to helping fire and security professionals develop the knowledge, skills and confidence needed to work safely and competently.
Our courses are delivered by experienced industry professionals who combine technical expertise with practical, real-world experience. Whether you're new to the industry or looking to expand your knowledge, our training is designed to be engaging, informative and directly applicable to your day-to-day role.
We offer a range of classroom and live online courses, with many leading to nationally recognised RQF qualifications. Our focus is on supporting ongoing competence and professional development, helping technicians and businesses meet industry standards and best practice.
Entry requirements vary depending on the qualification.
Some RQF courses are open to all learners, while others have specific prerequisite qualifications that must be achieved before you can sit the assessment.
Please check the course description for any entry requirements before booking. If you're unsure, we're happy to advise you.
Learners who successfully complete the assessment will receive the RQF qualification detailed on the course page.
RQF qualifications are nationally recognised and provide formal recognition of your knowledge and competence in the subject area.
If you are unsuccessful, don't worry.
Please contact us to discuss the available resit options and any associated costs. We'll be happy to guide you through the next steps.
Yes.
RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework) qualifications are nationally recognised and awarded through an approved awarding organisation.
They provide formal recognition of your knowledge and competence and are valued throughout the fire and security industry.
To take part in one of our live online courses, you'll need:
We'll send full joining instructions before your course, including any software requirements.
Before your course, we'll email you everything you need to join, including your joining instructions, start time and the link to access the online training.
We recommend joining a few minutes before the course starts to ensure your equipment is working correctly and you're ready to begin on time.
Training is an important part of demonstrating competence, but attending a course alone does not make an individual or organisation compliant.
Compliance depends on a range of factors, including appropriate qualifications, experience, competence, company procedures and ongoing professional development.
Our courses are designed to help learners understand current requirements and apply industry best practice with confidence.
There is no single answer, as it depends on your role and the subjects you work with.
Many technicians choose to refresh their knowledge whenever standards are updated, legislation changes or new technologies emerge. Regular CPD also helps maintain confidence and supports continued professional competence.
At Ember Compliance, we believe training should do more than simply help learners attend a course or pass an assessment.
Our aim is to support long-term professional competence by providing practical, relevant training that helps technicians apply their knowledge with confidence and continue developing throughout their careers.