The DCFS course is specifically designed for facilities managers, engineers, architects, technicians, and anyone involved in planning, designing, or working within a data centre environment. It offers in-depth, practical knowledge of fire safety engineering in data centres, computer rooms, and telecommunications facilities.

Master Fire Safety in Mission-Critical Environments

This course delivers a comprehensive understanding of how to design, operate, and manage data centres with minimal fire risk. You’ll explore key global regulations, best practices, and technologies used to detect, suppress, and prevent fire-related incidents.

Key Topics Include:

• Identifying fire risks in data centres
• Global standards, codes, and regulations
• Low fire-risk design principles and construction methods
• Operating strategies to reduce fire risk
• Fire detection and alarm systems
• Automatic fire suppression technologies
• System integration with BMS, HVAC, and power infrastructure

Build on What You Know

This specialist course builds on the foundational knowledge from the DCD (Data Centre Design) and DCOM (Data Centre Operations Management) courses, extending your expertise into the critical area of fire safety engineering.

What You’ll Learn:

• International fire safety standards: EN 50600-2-5, EN 50600-3-1, TIA 942, NFPA 75, BS 6266
• Legal, insurance, and compliance obligations
• Best practices in data centre design for fire prevention
• Strategies for operating data centres with reduced fire risk
• Risk assessments, audits, and recovery planning
• Fire safety systems and staff training
• Integration with building management systems and essential infrastructure

Get Certified – DCFS Certificate & Logo

Upon successful completion and passing the exam, you’ll earn the DCFS certificate and the right to use the DCFS logo and designation after your name. Certification is valid for three years, after which a renewal exam and an active course subscription are required. You’ll receive timely reminders ahead of the expiry.

Who Should Enroll?

• Facilities Managers
• Data Centre Engineers
• Architects & Designers
• Technicians
• Aspiring data centre professionals

Course Content Overview

• Fire Risk & Failures in mission-critical environments
• Regulations, Codes & Standards – EU, UK, US frameworks
• Designing for Fire Safety – Construction materials, firestopping, exits
• Detection Systems – Smoke detection, alarm integration
• Suppression Systems – Gas-based, hypoxic air, water mist
• Operational Fire Risk Management – Plans, audits, recovery
• Staff Preparedness – Fire safety training for all personnel