SSIAP Training in Cotonou — Fire Safety and Assistance to Persons
IFECARM GROUP SARL prepares your fire-safety officers and team leaders in Cotonou across the full SSIAP (Fire Safety and Assistance to Persons Service) track, based on French frameworks.
What is SSIAP training?
SSIAP trains staff responsible for fire safety and assistance to persons in venues open to the public and high-rise buildings: hotels, shopping centres, office buildings, industrial sites. IFECARM GROUP prepares your teams across the full track, from entry-level officer to security service manager.
The 3 levels of the SSIAP track
- SSIAP 1 — Fire safety officer: prevention rounds, early intervention, alert and evacuation.
- SSIAP 2 — Fire safety team leader: supervising a team of officers, managing the security post.
- SSIAP 3 — Fire safety service manager: full management of the security service, staff management, liaison with authorities.
Other complementary security training
- Private security officer (APS)
- Airport and port security officer
These courses are offered alongside the SSIAP track to cover all of your organisation’s security needs.
Why choose IFECARM GROUP for your SSIAP training in Cotonou?
- Full preparation across the three SSIAP 1, 2 and 3 levels, based on French frameworks.
- Trainers experienced in fire safety and crisis management.
- Comprehensive QHSE support: audits, diagnostics and ISO certifications alongside training.
- Sessions held in Cotonou or directly on your premises, anywhere in Benin.
Who is this for?
Hotels and tourism venues, shopping centres, office buildings, industrial sites, venues open to the public — any organisation required or needing to have a qualified fire safety service.
SSIAP or SST? Two complementary courses
SSIAP specifically trains for fire safety in venues open to the public and high-rise buildings. For workplace accident prevention within your company, see our SST training in Cotonou (occupational first aid).
Areas served
Training sessions held in Cotonou and across the region: Benin, Togo, Ivory Coast, Cameroon, Senegal, Gabon, Burkina Faso, Congo.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between SSIAP 1, 2 and 3?
SSIAP 1 trains a fire safety officer. SSIAP 2 trains a team leader who supervises officers. SSIAP 3 trains a manager who oversees the entire fire safety service.
Who can take SSIAP training?
Anyone taking on a fire safety role in a venue open to the public or a high-rise building.
Is a refresher needed after SSIAP training?
Yes, periodic skills maintenance is required to remain operational in the role, in line with French frameworks.
Does this training issue the official French SSIAP diploma?
IFECARM GROUP prepares your teams on the SSIAP 1, 2 and 3 skills and frameworks, based on the French model. The official SSIAP diploma, in France, is issued under a regulated process specific to an approved training centre. For needs outside this framework, contact us to clarify the recognition expected for the training.
Request a quote for SSIAP training
Contact IFECARM GROUP to organise an SSIAP session suited to your venue.