To apply for an ECS card as a FESS Systems Operative, you will need to complete a pathway specific FESS assessment for the FESS occupation being applied for, along with a valid ECS Health, Safety & Environmental (HS&E) assessment.
You can access the assessment using the link provided on this page.
What is the FESS Assessment?
The FESS assessment is a short, multiple-choice test designed to confirm your knowledge within your specific discipline in Fire, Emergency or Security systems work.
Available assessment types
There are four FESS assessments. You must sit the correct multiple-choice assessment that corresponds to the FESS occupation that you are applying for. (Please note: If you require ECS card recognition in multiple pathways, you can sit additional tests.)
- Fire
- Fire & Emergency Lighting
- Security
- Fire & Security
Please note: Emergency Lighting is not available as a standalone assessment — it is only included within the Fire & Emergency Lighting option.
What to expect
- 30 multiple-choice questions
- 30 minutes to complete
- Closed book (no notes or reference materials allowed)
- eProctored (webcam must be switched on to allow us to review footage)
- You must complete the assessment relevant to your role
Before you sit the assessment
We strongly recommend completing relevant training before attempting the test, as it is closed book and designed to assess your working knowledge.
SELECT has developed an online Fire, Emergency & Security Systems (FESS) course, which we recommend and encourage individuals to complete in advance of sitting the FESS Assessment. More information on the SELECT FESS course can be found here: Fire, Emergency & Security Systems (FESS) (select.org.uk)
FESS Industry Sector Discipline example questions can be downloaded below to help you prepare.
Before sitting the assessment, please ensure to read the SJIB FESS Assessment Candidate Guide.
Booking your assessment
To book your FESS Assessment through the SJIB Assessment Portal, please click here.
You will also need to have passed the ECS Health, Safety & Environmental assessment before your ECS card can be issued.