FESS Operative Card – How do I book a FESS Assessment?

FESS Operative Card – How do I book a FESS Assessment? 

There are four sector disciplines recognised:

• Fire 

• Fire and Emergency Lighting 

• Security 

• Fire and Security 

For each of the above routes, a different FESS Assessment is available which can be undertaken in a physical centre, by online assessment remotely at home or in site office (through the Employer Portal or MyECS) and also with some training providers. 

To book an assessment at the JIB offices in Swanley or to set up an online assessment to be taken remotely, please call 01322 661622. 

If you are an Employer and you are already using the Employer Portal, you can activate these FESS Assessments on your account by emailing guidance.portal@ecscard.org.uk. Please let us know your JIB or Employer Portal number if known, and which assessments are relevant to your workforce.  

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