Diploma in Fire-Safety and Hazard Management (DFSHM)

The Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management (DFSHM) is NAFS Jabalpur’s most popular entry-level programme for students who want a secure fire and safety career soon after school. It combines fire-fighting skills with hazard identification and emergency planning, so graduates are useful both on the fire ground and inside a factory’s safety department.

Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management: Quick Summary

Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management (DFSHM) at NAFS Jabalpur: 6 months / 1 year, eligibility 10th class pass or above, Hindi/English medium, with live drill practice and placement assistance. Details of the Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management syllabus, jobs and admission are below.

Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management – Course Overview

Course	Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management (DFSHM)
Duration	6 months / 1 year
Eligibility	10th class pass or above
Medium	English / Hindi
Where	NAFS Jabalpur (MP State Office) and all 8 branches in Madhya Pradesh

Who should join the Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management?

10th or 12th pass students who want a job-oriented course without a long degree; ITI holders who want to add fire & safety skills; working security or housekeeping staff who want to move into a fire & safety role with better pay.

What you will learn

• Fire science: classes of fire, combustion and extinguishing media
• Portable extinguishers, hose, hydrant and pump operation
• Hazard identification, risk assessment and basic safety audits
• Emergency response, evacuation and mock drills
• First aid, CPR and casualty handling
• Physical training, parade and discipline

Jobs after the Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management

Fireman, fire & safety assistant, fire watcher and safety helper roles in cement, steel and power plants, refineries, malls, hotels, hospitals and municipal fire services. The DFSHM is also the stepping stone to the PG Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management for graduates.

Why study the Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management at NAFS Jabalpur?

• Government registered institute (Reg. No. MP/01/07/03/25111/12), courses recognised by SPU University
• Experienced fire-service trainers and live fire-drill, rescue and equipment practice
• Hindi and English medium, affordable fees with instalment options
• 100% placement assistance: vacancy alerts, interview preparation and industrial training
• Branches in Jabalpur, Itarsi, Katni, Satna, Mandla, Harda, Indore and Dindori

How to apply

Call or WhatsApp the admission helpline, bring your 10th/12th marksheets, ID proof, photographs and medical fitness certificate, fill the application form and pay the registration fee at your nearest branch. The complete admission process and document list is here.

Useful official links

For official fire service rules and recruitment information see the Directorate General Fire Services, Civil Defence & Home Guards (Ministry of Home Affairs), and for airport fire service vacancies the Airport Authority of India careers page.

Fees, batches and study material

Course fees depend on the duration you choose and include study material in Hindi and English, uniform guidance and examination charges; instalment options are available at every branch. New batches start at regular intervals through the year, with morning and afternoon timings so that working candidates and students completing their 12th or graduation can attend. Hostel and accommodation guidance is provided for candidates coming from other districts. Call the admission helpline or visit the nearest branch for the current fee structure, batch dates and seat availability, and carry your marksheets, ID proof and photographs for on-the-spot registration.

Still have questions? Call NAFS Jabalpur on 8770631334 for free counselling about this course.

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FAQ

Can I do the DFSHM after 10th?

Yes. The Diploma in Fire Safety and Hazard Management is open to 10th pass students; there is no upper age limit for private-sector jobs.

Is the DFSHM available in Hindi?

Yes, classes and study material are available in Hindi and English.

What is the difference between DFSHM and DFT?

DFT focuses on fire-fighting operations; DFSHM adds hazard management and safety planning, making it suitable for industrial safety roles too.