Get fire extinguisher training?

Live Fire Extinguisher Trainingehs team member using fire extinguisher on live fire prop

The Office of Environment, Health & Safety is pleased to provide live fire extinguisher training to UC Berkeley students, staff, and faculty at no cost. 

How to register for Live Fire Extinguisher Training

To register for the class, please have each member of your group submit this form (CalNet login required).

The minimum class size is 10, and the maximum class size is 25. Please contact fireprevention@berkeley.edu to inquire about additional accommodations.

Beginning in October 2024, classes will be held at 10:00 am on the first Thursday of each month at the Hazardous Materials Facility on Frank Schlessinger Way, except in the case of campus closures or rain. You will receive an email confirming your place in class on the first of the month.

Online Training

There are three fire extinguisher safety courses available through the UC Learning Center.

GENERAL

EHS 505 Fire Extinguisher Online Safety Training

LAB SAFETY

EHS 506 Fire Extinguisher Training for Labs

EHS 507 Fire Extinguisher Inspection Training for Labs