The FESS Systems Operative card is designed for professionals working in the Fire, Emergency, and Security Systems industry as specialist installers or maintenance operatives.
This card is a key step in your career. Many operatives, after gaining relevant experience, go on to achieve the FESS Gold Card (Systems Technician) by completing further required qualifications.
Eligibility & Requirements:-
To qualify for the FESS Systems Operative card, you must meet the criteria in one of the two main routes, plus the mandatory Health & Safety requirement.
Route 1: Assessment Pathway
You must pass the ECS FESS Assessment specific to the industry sector discipline you are applying for:
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Fire
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Fire & Emergency Lighting
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Fire & Security
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Security
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Route 2: Qualification Pathway
Alternatively, you are eligible if you have completed a recognized qualification from EAL, FIA, or FireQual, or if you hold a Legacy Qualification listed below:
Approved Legacy Qualifications (Fire Systems):
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C&G NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Fire, Security, and Emergency Systems (Fire)
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C&G Level 2 or 3 Certificate/Diploma in Electronic Security and Emergency Systems (Fire)
Approved Legacy Qualifications (Security Systems):
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C&G NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Fire, Security, and Emergency Systems (Intruder)
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C&G Level 2 or 3 Certificate/Diploma in Electronic Security and Emergency Systems (Intruder)
Mandatory Requirement: Health & Safety
Regardless of the route chosen above, all applicants must:
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Hold a current ECS Health, Safety and Environmental (HS&E) Assessment.
You can book your HS&E assessment directly by 👉 Click here
Non-Refundable: Please note that the fee is non-refundable. By completing your purchase, you agree to these terms
