FSi Promat has become the first internal fire stopping manufacturer to achieve Recognised Provider status under the Association for Specialist Fire Protection (ASFP) Training Recognition Service, with its theory courses now officially recognised by the ASFP.
The accreditation provides independent recognition of the quality and consistency of FSi Promat’s training, which supports customers in developing their knowledge and competency in passive fire protection.
The passive fire protection specialist completed an accreditation process through the ASFP’s training recognition service, which assesses the technical content of its courses, the competence of those delivering them and the quality management systems used to maintain consistent standards.
The process included a technical audit and independent review of FSi Promat’s procedures for developing, approving and delivering training. The company was also required to show evidence covering data protection, insurance and liability, as well as how it assesses delegate understanding at the end of each session.
The accreditation gives installers, contractors, specifiers and other construction professionals additional assurance that FSi Promat’s technical training provision has been independently assessed and meets the ASFP’s high standards.
Competence is reviewed regularly and supported through ongoing CPD to ensure the technical information provided remains current.
Ashley Britt, Technical Advisor at FSi Promat, said: “Customers often come to us with complex fire stopping questions where there is no single, straightforward answer.
“The correct approach depends on the construction, the service penetration, the required performance and the scope of the available test evidence, so good training must help people understand how to apply that information in practice.
“Achieving this accreditation required us to demonstrate both the technical competency of the people delivering the training and the systems behind it. That includes how content is checked, approved and kept up to date, as well as how we confirm that delegates have understood what has been covered.
“Being accredited by the ASFP gives customers additional confidence in the training and guidance they receive from us. It also supports our wider commitment to education, competency and higher standards across the passive fire protection industry.”
Mike Ward, Managing Director of the ASFP, added: “FSi Promat’s successful achievement of recognised provider status reflects a strong commitment to raising standards through structured, industry-focused training.
“We are pleased to welcome FSi Promat as an ASFP-recognised training provider, and look forward to seeing the company continue to support best practice across the passive fire protection sector.”
FSi Promat delivers a range of theory, product awareness, CPD and practical installation training covering fire stopping products, testing, certification, regulatory requirements and correct installation.
Regular product awareness sessions are also held on the first Wednesday of each month, with in-person training available for larger groups.