Legal Skills, Evidence and Practice

Ryan H.

“The session was delivered exceptionally well and had greatly improved my understanding of the subject. In particular best practice contemporaneous note taking. How to structure witness statements and case analysis. The session was delivered superbly, with great input. The tutor was an expert in her field and her experience of real cases really helped with creating an open and structured learning environment.”

Ryan H.
Inspector, GMCA

Karen Kirk

"Very informative. Good case studies. Explained everything. Particularly enjoyed role play. Session brilliant. Tutor fantastic. I wish I had her knowledge."

Karen K.
Inspector

Christopher Clark

"Well balanced session with theory and examples. An excellent tutor."

Christopher C.
Group Manager

Piers Vallance

"Very good, understanding hearsay and the codes C and E. Good presentation and knowledge and all questions answered."

Piers V.
Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service

Trevor Jenkins

"Explained pre learning very well. Extremely informative and relevant to my role. Tutor was very good, calm and collected and explained all points very well. In my opinion all inspectors should attend this course."

Trevor J.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service

Sean Mienie

"Met objectives very well and learnt about process and note taking. Fantastic course. Tutor incredibly knowledgeable and easy to understand."

Sean M.
Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service

Ian Grieve

"All parts of the training were very well presented with opportunity for questions to be asked. Tutor excellent. Extremely knowledgeable and experienced."

Ian G.
Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service

Oliver Gadd

“A large improvement on my understanding. Excellent explanations, ability to explain technical things in an understandable language and with real scenarios.”

Oliver G.
Fire Safety Officer, West Midlands Fire and Rescue Service

David Swann

“Relaxed environment and paced well. Excellent detail and format. Handouts and preread useful.”

David S.
Fire Safety Inspecting Officer, South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

Iain Hunter

“Very well presented and put in context of FSO the continuity of evidence, types of evidence and disclosure rules.”

Iain H.
Group Manager, Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service

Mohamed O.

“The session was very helpful in deepening my understanding of the legal processes surrounding fire safety enforcement. In particular, the use of case studies was extremely beneficial in showing how legal professionals assess the strengths and weaknesses of cases. The Q&A session, which clarified several practical concerns and offered real-world insights from a legal perspective. The explanations around key responsibilities under the FSO were clear and well-structured, especially for those in enforcement or regulatory roles. The tutor was highly knowledgeable and delivered the session with clarity and confidence. Their ability to explain complex legal concepts in a practical and relatable way made the content much easier to understand. I particularly appreciated the structured approach to case analysis and how they encouraged participants to think critically about the legal process. The tutor was also responsive during the Q&A, providing clear and thoughtful answers that reflected a strong understanding of both fire safety law and its enforcement in practice."

Mohamed O.
Inspector, GMCA

This module enables delegates to effectively identify and collect evidence in a structured manner. They will develop an understanding of the rules of evidence and their impact on the admissibility, reliability and weight of evidence. The importance of best practice record keeping and practical tips on how to evaluate the evidence will provide delegates with excellent skills in analysis, process and practice. There will be practical case studies throughout the day.

Learning Outcomes

  • Considering the relevant legal framework
  • Examining the rules of evidence – admissibility, reliability, weight and credibility of evidence
  • Considering the requirements of PACE and the Codes of Practice
  • Identifying real, documentary, hearsay, circumstantial, interviews and witness evidence
  • Establishing a methodology for best practice records and notes
  • Knowing the legal obligations in disclosure
  • Understanding admissibility of evidence in hearsay and confessions
  • Conducting case analysis and developing a structured framework for evidence evaluation

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Testimonials

Mohamed O.

“The session was very helpful in deepening my understanding of the legal processes surrounding fire safety enforcement. In particular, the use of case studies was extremely beneficial in showing how legal professionals assess the strengths and weaknesses of cases. The Q&A session, which clarified several practical concerns and offered real-world insights from a legal perspective. The explanations around key responsibilities under the FSO were clear and well-structured, especially for those in enforcement or regulatory roles. The tutor was highly knowledgeable and delivered the session with clarity and confidence. Their ability to explain complex legal concepts in a practical and relatable way made the content much easier to understand. I particularly appreciated the structured approach to case analysis and how they encouraged participants to think critically about the legal process. The tutor was also responsive during the Q&A, providing clear and thoughtful answers that reflected a strong understanding of both fire safety law and its enforcement in practice."

Mohamed O.
Inspector, GMCA

Iain Hunter

“Very well presented and put in context of FSO the continuity of evidence, types of evidence and disclosure rules.”

Iain H.
Group Manager, Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service

David Swann

“Relaxed environment and paced well. Excellent detail and format. Handouts and preread useful.”

David S.
Fire Safety Inspecting Officer, South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue Service

Oliver Gadd

“A large improvement on my understanding. Excellent explanations, ability to explain technical things in an understandable language and with real scenarios.”

Oliver G.
Fire Safety Officer, West Midlands Fire and Rescue Service

Ian Grieve

"All parts of the training were very well presented with opportunity for questions to be asked. Tutor excellent. Extremely knowledgeable and experienced."

Ian G.
Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Service

Sean Mienie

"Met objectives very well and learnt about process and note taking. Fantastic course. Tutor incredibly knowledgeable and easy to understand."

Sean M.
Oxfordshire Fire and Rescue Service

Trevor Jenkins

"Explained pre learning very well. Extremely informative and relevant to my role. Tutor was very good, calm and collected and explained all points very well. In my opinion all inspectors should attend this course."

Trevor J.
Lancashire Fire and Rescue Service

Piers Vallance

"Very good, understanding hearsay and the codes C and E. Good presentation and knowledge and all questions answered."

Piers V.
Buckinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service

Christopher Clark

"Well balanced session with theory and examples. An excellent tutor."

Christopher C.
Group Manager

Karen Kirk

"Very informative. Good case studies. Explained everything. Particularly enjoyed role play. Session brilliant. Tutor fantastic. I wish I had her knowledge."

Karen K.
Inspector

Ryan H.

“The session was delivered exceptionally well and had greatly improved my understanding of the subject. In particular best practice contemporaneous note taking. How to structure witness statements and case analysis. The session was delivered superbly, with great input. The tutor was an expert in her field and her experience of real cases really helped with creating an open and structured learning environment.”

Ryan H.
Inspector, GMCA