Why does FIRE AR fit in perfectly with the FEST method?

Train teams in fire safety can no longer be limited to a fire pan on a parking lot, nor a simple theoretical demonstration. Today, companies are looking for solutions capable of reproducing an actual fire. directly on their premises, for to anchor durably the right reflexes.
This is precisely what FIRE AR, the augmented reality solution developed by IRWINO.

This article follows on from our comprehensive guide : On-the-job training: what is AFEST? If you are new to the method, we recommend that you start with this article to better understand the pedagogical foundations of AFEST.

In this new article, we take a look at why FIRE AR fits perfectly into the FEST method and how it enables companies to be both in compliance with the French Labor Code and more efficient in their fire training.

FIRE AR, fire training in the workplace (FEST) in compliance with the French Labor Code

FIRE AR allows you to training directly in the real working environment, by reproducing a fire on the company's own premises. This approach is fully in line with FEST/AFEST, The principle is to learn by doing, on your own workstation with a trainer.

At the same time, the solution also meets labor code requirements, including the’article R4227-39, which requires regular fire drills, the handling first-aid equipment and practical maneuvers.

This dual compliance with AFEST methodology + regulatory obligations makes FIRE AR a solution for unique for fire training.

Reminder: what is a FEST/AFEST training course?

The FEST method (On-the-job training), also known as AFEST (Action de Formation en situation de Travail) is based on a simple principle: learning by doing, directly in its real-life working environment.

The 3 pillars of on-the-job training (OJT)

1. Work activity analysis : The trainer precisely identifies the tasks and risks involved in the job, in order to select the situations that will really provide training.
2. Real-life situations : The learner performs an authentic action, in his or her usual environment, with a clear pedagogical objective.
3. The reflective phase : After the action, a period of analysis is carried out outside production with a trainer or tutor. This time is essential for understanding what happened, analyzing gaps between expectations and achievements, and consolidating learning.

The trainer helps the learner to analyze his decisions and actions, in order to transforming experience into skills. This posture is at the heart of the FEST.

To find out more, read our dedicated article ->. On-the-job training: what is AFEST?

How FIRE AR takes up the codes of the FEST method

Now that the three pillars have been recalled, it is possible to understand how to FIRE AR sconce each of them.

Activity analysis: observing and understanding fire-related risks

Training begins with the’observation of the actual workstation by the trainer, which directly analyzes the trainee's workplace, work environment, equipment and work habits. It then identifies specific business risks. Based on this analysis, he creates a training scenario made to measure and perfectly adapted to the realities of the job.

Real-life situations: putting trainees in action at their workstations

The trainee puts on the VR headset and carries out the entire fire-fighting process from his workstation:

• identifying the source of the fire,
• alarm activation,
• alert or call for help,
• choosing and using the right extinguishing media where possible,
• evacuation routes,
• assembly point.

The simulation faithfully reproduces the entire process but without danger, which puts our augmented reality fire simulator perfectly in line with the FEST.

Reflective phase: debriefing with the trainer

After each scenario, the trainer immediate debriefing on the trainee's reactions, choices, stress management and gesture quality. This targeted feedback enables us to’rapidly improve learning and reinforce memorization good reflexes.

FIRE AR and simultaneous compliance with articles R4227-39 and D6313-3-2 of the Labor Code

Excerpt from article R4227-39:

«...workers learn to recognize the characteristics of the general alarm signal, to locate and use safe waiting areas or areas equivalent to using first aid equipment...»

FIRE AR allows you to perform all required actionss by the’article R4227-39 of the French Labour Code: recognizing the alarm signal, using first-aid equipment and carrying out the necessary maneuvers thanks to the augmented reality (AR).

Article R4227-39 of the French Labor Code in full here.

Extract from article D6313-3-2:

«...placed in a work situation and designed to use for teaching purposes the lessons learned from the work situation, which make it possible to observe and analyze discrepancies between expectations...»

FIRE AR applies the’all these requirements The solution includes a job analysis, coaching by a trainer, real-life situations, a guided reflective phase and assessment of acquired skills. The solution enables you to implement real on-the-job training, frame-compliant AFEST.

Article D6313-3-2 of the French Labor Code complete here.

Why FIRE AR perfectly meets both requirements

FIRE AR ticks all the criteria:

• Real-life situations on site, thanks to AR.
• Handling Virtualized® rescue equipment.
• Complete fire maneuvers: alarm, alert, extinction, evacuation.
• Follow-up and repetition of exercises.
• Reflective analysis with the trainer.
• Structured assessment of prior learning.

Our fire simulator Today, AR is one of the world's only immersive solutions for simultaneous application of :

• the fire drill requirements set out in article R4227-39,
• and the AFEST/FEST method defined by article D6313-3-2.

This double alignment ensures realistic fire training, efficient and totally conform, to both fire regulations and the pedagogical approach AFEST.

FIRE AR for real-world fire training

FIRE AR transposes these principles to fire prevention, using the augmented reality for simulate a fire directly in the learner's workplace. The learner thus finds himself plunged into a situationn immersive experience that faithfully reproduces the conditions of a real fire, while maintaining a totally safe environment.

This realistic setting triggers the same reflexes as in a real-life situation, which naturally places our fire simulator in a logical context. 100% aligned with the AFEST, where learning is first and foremost about’action in a professional situation.

Immersion in a real-life working environment

Unlike a firebox or a camion fire, FIRE AR allows you to manage the entire learning process, as it projects in AR :

• flames,
• smoke,
• interactive objects,
• alarms and sound effects,
• signage,

directly in the employee's workspace (workshop, office, open space, warehouse, factory, etc.).

The employee sees fire where it really belongs, It's on a machine, in an electrical cabinet, on a desk, at the foot of a garbage can, and reacts according to the situation.

Handling Virtualized® rescue equipment

With Virtualized® Fire Extinguishers (Water, CO₂, Powder) and Virtualized® RIA, the learner performs the same gestures as in a real situation but without live fire, without pollution and without consumables.

2 benefits of FIRE AR when used with the FEST method

1. Superior memory anchorage :

The brain retains better what is experienced directly in the field, especially when emotion and action are involved. An immersive scene attracts more attention and reinforces the memory of good reflexes.

2. Contextualized learning :

The strength of this method lies in contextualized learning. The employee has no need to imagine or transpose a situation. He learns directly in an environment with which he is already familiar. improves skills transferability acquired.

By adopting the FEST with our FIRE AR augmented reality fire simulator, you get a far greater educational impact to traditional methods such as fire tubs and fire trucks.

Conclusion: FIRE AR, the ideal solution for a modern, compliant fire AFEST

By applying the AFEST, FIRE AR helps to anchor the right reflexes over the long term, reinforces understanding of risks and guarantees total compliance with the Labor Code.

Thanks to augmented reality learners experience a complete fire scenario, It's realistic and secure, while still allowing for the room for error that's essential for effective progress.

This makes our AR fire simulator the most effective solution for firefighters. modern, the most educational and the most reliable for on-the-job fire training.

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