CPFI

What CPFI does

CPFI (Centre de Prévention et de Formation Incendie) is a privately-held French SARL founded in 2001 in La Frette, Isère, that delivers certified professional training across fire safety, private security, first aid, electrical habilitation, occupational risk management, and disability accessibility. Co-directed by Cédric Fabbri and Stéphane Roussel, the firm operates a single main training facility at 745 Route de Grenoble with a secondary location in Grenoble through a channel partnership with MC2 Formation, and serves customers primarily in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region with national reach. Its portfolio includes regulated French certifications (SSIAP 1/2/3, TFP APS, MAC APS, SST, habilitation électrique) plus internationally-recognized programs (C-TECC TECC and Stop the Bleed), with documented approvals including SSIAP n°038-0001, CNAPS FOR-038-2027-02-10-20220588284, DIRECCTE n°82 38 0520638, and QUALIOPI certification since October 2021.

CPFI's technology stack is built around a Qualiobee-integrated training management platform, proprietary VR/AR immersive training simulations (operational since 2018 with over 4,500 trainees logged at claimed 75-85% retention), and the Primum Responder gamified extinguisher-training video game. Course delivery combines in-person instruction at a physical fire training area (real flames on wood, flammable liquids, gas) with blended learning formats authorized under January 2024 French regulation. A 2025 management software deployment is explicitly described as open to AI-driven workflow automation. Notable named customers span healthcare (Mépôle de Savoie, AGDUC Rhône-Alpes, ORSAC, Clinique Mutualiste Grenoble, CHU Grenoble, Centre Hospitalier Bugey Sud), government (Ville de Chambéry), retail (Carrefour), education (IUT Lyon 2 - Département Sécurité Environnement), hospitality (Casino Grand Cercle d'Aix-les-Bains), and culture (Maison de la Culture Grenoble).

The business model is professional services revenue from one-time course fees and recurring recycling/refresher fees priced publicly (e.g., SSIAP 1 from €1,000 HT, SSIAP 3 from €4,200 HT, MAC APS from €350 HT), supplemented by Assistance à Maîtrise d'Ouvrage consulting engagements covering DUERP, prevention plans, fire safety schemes, and vulnerability audits. Distribution is sales-led via direct phone, email, website contact forms, in-person enrollment at the La Frette facility, the Qualiobee online catalog, and CPF (Compte Personnel de Formation) financing through moncompteformation.gouv.fr. Marketing is content-led through a website, social channels, YouTube tutorials, and a CPFI Podcast. Co-ownership is concentrated with the two co-directors; the company has €37,100 of share capital and no external funding or institutional investment.

Name

CPFI

Legal name

CPFI (Centre de Prévention et de Formation Incendie)

Website

https://cpfi.info

Company type

Private

Founded year

2001

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

CPFI (Centre de Prévention et de Formation Incendie) is a French SARL that delivers certified professional training in fire safety (SSIAP), private security (TFP APS), first aid (SST, TECC, Stop the Bleed), electrical habilitation, and occupational risk management to enterprises and individuals in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes and nationally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Safety Training

NAICS

Professional and Management Development Training (611430), Security Guards and Patrol Services (561612)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Detective, Guard & Armored Car Services (7381)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYEDAAALAK

Safety, Security & Emergency Services (OSHA, Fire, EMS, Security CE)

Education/Adult & Continuing Education/Professional Licensure & Continuing Professional Education (CE/CPE)

SECONDARYBPAKAOAJ

Emergency Response, First Aid/CPR/AED & Incident Management Training

Business & Public Services/Security & Investigations Services/Training & Certification for Security Personnel

SECONDARYEDABAEAG

Machine Safety, Guarding & Industrial Equipment Safety

Education/Corporate Training & Professional Development/Workplace Safety (EHS) Training

SECONDARYEDAEACAN

Safety Compliance, Audits & Risk Assessments (Security Assessments, CPTED)

Education/Education Facilities & Support Services/Security, Safety & Emergency Preparedness Services (Campus Security, Access Control)

Keywords

• Fire safety training
• Private security certification
• Workplace first aid
• Electrical safety certification
• Occupational risk consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

La Frette-sur-seine

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Training Services: CPFI generates revenue through delivering certified professional training courses in fire safety (SSIAP 1/2/3), private security (TFP APS, MAC APS), first aid (SST, TECC, Stop the Bleed), electrical certification, and occupational risk management. Revenue is primarily one-time course fees, with some recurring revenue from recertification and refresher courses.
2. Assistance à Maîtrise d'Ouvrage (AMO): Consulting and advisory services for establishments including safety commission visits, prevention plans, occupational risk assessments (DUERP), fire safety schemes, accessibility notices, establishment security plans, and fire/explosion vulnerability audits.
3. Blended Learning Certification Programs: Hybrid training combining online distance learning with in-person practical sessions, enabling reduced in-person time (2 days instead of 4 for some recertifications) with adapted pricing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

CPFI (Centre de Prévention et de Formation Incendie) delivers certified professional training programs in fire safety (SSIAP 1/2/3), private security (TFP APS, MAC APS), workplace first aid (SST, TECC, Stop the Bleed), electrical certification, disability accessibility, and occupational risk management. The company complements in-person instruction with proprietary VR/AR immersive training tools, a gamified learning game (Primum Responder), and Assistance à Maîtrise d'Ouvrage (AMO) consulting services covering safety commissions, DUERP risk assessments, prevention plans, and fire vulnerability audits.

Product overview

CPFI (Centre de Prévention et de Formation Incendie) offers a comprehensive portfolio of professional training programs and technology-enabled learning solutions. The core offerings include SSIAP fire safety certifications (Levels 1, 2, 3), TFP APS private security agent training, and SST first aid programs. Specialized offerings include TECC tactical emergency care and STOP THE BLEED hemorrhage control. Technology products include Virtual Reality fire safety training (with 75-85% retention rates), the Primum Responder video game, and blended learning platforms. The company also provides consulting services through Assistance à Maîtrise d'Ouvrage and publishes a podcast series. A new Qualiobee platform manages course catalogs and training administration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Primum Responder: A free educational video game dedicated to learning proper fire extinguisher handling, developed by AppRVentissage with CPFI involvement.
• AppRVentissage

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 4,500 people trained using VR technology since 2018
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• AXA Assurances (via Marie Giroud)minorOthers · 1 January 2022AXA insurance contribution through Marie Giroud enabled CPFI's facility renovation with new professional furniture (desks, chairs, whiteboards, etc.) for enhanced training environment.
• AFIPH Emploi CompétencescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Partnership with AFIPH (Association Française pour les Personnes Handicapées) focusing on adapted pedagogy training and professional inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace. Includes participation in AFIPH annual encounters and collaboration on accessible training methodologies using FALC (Facile À Lire et Comprendre).
• ACSES (Association des Chargés de Sécurité en Établissements de Soin)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 7 June 2019Presence at ACSES 2019 conference (June 6-7, La Rochelle) showcasing VR fire safety training tool. Networking with healthcare security professionals.
• IUT Lumière Lyon 2 - Département Sécurité EnvironnementcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Long-standing partnership with IUT Lyon 2 for delivering SSIAP 3 training to DUT HSE (Hygiène et Sécurité Environnement - Option Protection des Populations Sécurité Civile) students. Renewed annually since 2019.
• DynabuyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2019Participation in Dynabuy network director meetings for B2B networking and business development opportunities in the Isère region.
• CSBJ (Club Sportif Bourgoin-Jallieu)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2019Participation in CSBJ business leader networking events for professional connections in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.
• Rencontres Business Isère (GIE)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2019Participation in Business Isère GIE networking event for regional business connections and visibility among local enterprises.
• CCI Formation GrenoblecoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCCI Formation Grenoble partnership positions CPFI as a recognized training provider within the Grenoble Chamber of Commerce and Industry network, enhancing credibility and market reach in the region.
• QualiobeecoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Qualiobee training management software platform for course catalog management, student registration, scheduling, and QUALIOPI compliance tracking.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• CNPP: Centre National de Prévention et de Protection is the leading French reference body for fire prevention and security training, delivering certified programs overlapping directly with CPFI's SSIAP and private security curriculum and serving the same regulated employer base.
• INRS: France's national institute for occupational health and safety research and training, covering workplace risk prevention, SST first aid, and electrical habilitation — directly comparable to CPFI's DUERP, SST, and electrical certification offerings.
• AFTRAL: One of France's largest professional training organizations, offering safety, security, and regulatory certification programs (including fire safety and security guard training) that directly overlap CPFI's SSIAP, TFP APS, and SST catalog at much greater scale.

Broad incumbents

• Bureau Veritas: International TIC group with a French training arm delivering HSE, fire safety, and security-related certifications; comparable to CPFI's compliance-driven curriculum but operating as part of a global services portfolio.
• SOCOTEC: Global TIC player with substantial French training operations in fire safety, electrical certification, and compliance — comparable to CPFI's regulated training portfolio but embedded within a much larger inspection and certification franchise.
• APAVE: Major French TIC and risk-management group with a large training division covering fire safety, electrical habilitation, and occupational risk — overlapping CPFI's portfolio as part of a broader technical-inspection and consulting business.
• AFPA: France's national vocational training agency delivering professional certifications including security and safety pathways — directly overlapping CPFI's regulated training mandate but at national scale with state backing.
• Cegos: France's largest corporate training provider offering professional development and compliance training — comparable to CPFI as a continuing-education provider but at significantly larger scale and broader scope.

Regional players

• CCI France (CCI Formation network): France's Chamber of Commerce training network, including CCI Formation Grenoble which is both a CPFI channel partner and a competing regional training provider for SSIAP and corporate safety certifications across Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@CPFI
• Facebookfr-fr.facebook.com/CPFIncendie
• LinkedInfr.linkedin.com/company/cpfi-centre-de-prevention-et-formation-incendie

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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