FESS Systems Operative Training
Card information
The ECS Fire, Emergency, and Security Systems (FESS) Systems Operative card is designed for professionals specialising in the installation and maintenance of FESS systems. To apply for this card, applicants must now complete both an ECS Fire, Emergency, and Security Systems (FESS) multiple-choice assessment and an ECS Health & Safety assessment.
Eligibility and requirements
To qualify for the ECS Systems Operative card, applicants must have completed both of the following:
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ECS FESS Assessment
Complete an ECS FESS assessment in one of the following disciplines:-
Fire
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Fire & Emergency Lighting
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Fire & Security
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Security
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ECS Health & Safety Assessment
Hold a valid ECS Health, Safety, and Environmental Assessment certification.
For full details on FESS ECS card requirements in Scotland, visit: https://sjib.org.uk/fess-assessment/
Assessment Details
Each ECS FESS assessment consists of 30 multiple-choice questions, covering topics relevant to the chosen discipline. Applicants have 30 minutes to complete the test and must correctly answer 24 questions (80%) to pass.
Training Support
To help candidates prepare, Skills for Security offer ECS online training courses tailored to the required FESS assessments. These courses are available via our Skills On-Demand platform.
In addition to the ECS training courses, subscribers to Skills On-Demand will also gain unlimited access to our comprehensive library of CPD-accredited Fire & Security and personal development courses.
For more information, visit Skills On-Demand.
Additional Resources
Free guides and revision materials, including sample questions for each pathway, are available for download from the SJIB website: https://sjib.org.uk/fess-assessment/
Cost Breakdown
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£180.00 – ECS Online Training (includes 12-month access to Skills On-Demand)
All prices include VAT.
Booking Process
Please click on the link at the bottom of the page to book ECS training.
Please allow 2-3 working days for processing after submitting your details.
For block bookings, contact our team directly at: info@skillsforsecurity.org.uk.
Booking the Assessment
For candidates based in Scotland, assessments must be booked individually via the SJIB webpage: https://sjib-bms.enetassess.com/
Please note that only the online ECS training materials can be purchased through Skills for Security; assessments are not available through this platform.
Once your training is complete—or if no training is required—use the link above to create an account, book your assessment, and process payment.
If you are obtaining this as part of a company or organisation, they may already have an SJIB account.
