Overview
The Fire Safety Manager leads the Fire Safety Organisation for a designated premises. Under Malaysia's move to self-regulation, the FSM is the person the building relies on to keep its Fire Certificate valid, running the OKK, overseeing the Fire Safety Officers, and making the day-to-day decisions that keep people safe. This course certifies that person to the JBPM standard, and prepares them to actually do the job, not just pass the assessment.
The last day isn't in a classroom
Theory gets you through the assessment. It doesn't tell you what a charged hose feels like, or how little you can see through smoke. Your final day runs at a Bomba training facility, in full PPE and breathing apparatus, taught by trainers who spent decades doing this for real.
Full PPE and SCBA
25 sets of fire suits, helmets, boots, gloves, hoods and breathing apparatus. Everyone gets kitted, nobody watches.
Taught by ex-BOMBA operators
Trainers with a combined 60+ years in Malaysia's fire and rescue service, paired with accredited professional educators.
A real facility, not a function room
Live scenario work at an official Bomba training ground, not a hotel conference hall.
Who it's for
- The nominated Fire Safety Manager for a designated building or portfolio.
- Facilities, building and operations managers taking on fire safety accountability.
- Engineers and safety professionals formalising their JBPM competency.
Eligibility, in short
FSM applicants must be Malaysian citizens and hold a relevant degree, a diploma with experience, a DKM, or senior fire-service experience, and pass the FSM Level I examination. Full criteria, including the Level II route for special hazard premises, are on our eligibility page.
Day-by-day outline Detail pending
The full module breakdown is being finalised against the current JBPM syllabus. The structure is confirmed:
Assessment & pass criteria Detail pending
Certification requires passing the FSM Level I Examination as prescribed by the Director General of JBPM. The exact format, duration and pass mark will be published here once confirmed against the JBPM syllabus.
Re-sit policy Detail pending
The re-sit process for candidates who do not pass on the first attempt will be published here once confirmed.
Where it runs
Classroom days are held at UTM Kuala Lumpur, a premium campus in the heart of the city, with proper training halls, comfortable rooms, meals and an attached mall. The final day runs at an official Bomba training facility for live practical work.
What's included
- Stay at UTM KL Residence, premium comfort, on campus
- All meals throughout the programme
- Live fire practical at a Bomba-accredited site, full PPE & SCBA
- Compliance support after training, OKK setup, Fire Certificate application and more
- Exclusive Otti T-shirt & welcome gift
- Competency assessment and JBPM certification submission
Fee
Next dates
| Course | Dates | Days | Venue | Seats | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSM | 2–6 November 2026 | Mon–Fri | UTM KL + Bomba facility | Only FSM intake in 2026 | Book → |
Trainers
JBPM-appointed trainers with a combined 60+ years in Malaysia's fire and rescue service, paired with accredited professional educators. Meet our JBPM-appointed trainers →
FAQ
How long is the FSM course?
Is it HRD Corp claimable?
When is the next intake?
Book your FSM seat for 2–6 November
One FSM intake this year. Tell us who you're nominating and we'll confirm within one working day.