Fire Warden and Fire Extinguisher Course Gold Coast

This course has been designed for individuals who are required to implement an emergency response as specified in the facility emergency procedures or specified by a person at a higher level in the emergency control organisation (ECO).  Individuals who undertake this work will be working within the command, control and coordinate structure of the ECO.  It includes undertaking pre-emergency planning, taking appropriate actions in an emergency and assisting with post emergency activities.  

Furthermore, it also involves the skills and knowledge required to confine small emergencies in a facility and it applies to individuals who are required to have first attack firefighting skills. It includes preparing for emergency situations, identifying and assessing an emergency, safely confining emergencies, using initial response equipment and reporting on the facility's emergency response.

Small emergencies in a facility include incidents such as small fires that can be controlled using a fire extinguisher; chemical spills that can be controlled using facility personal protective clothing and equipment and a spill kit; or a vehicle accident where there is no significant injury or damage.

The course has been developed to cover a broad range of emergencies and facilities as considered in Australian Standard 3745 and Australian Standard 4083.   It applies to employees in the workplace within all industries and in all contexts.

This course set incorporates the content of the following units:

• PUAFER005 Operate as part of an emergency control organisation

• PUAFER008 Confine small emergencies in a facility

The following units will be included in your certificate:

• PUAFER005 - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation

• PUAFER008 - Confine small emergencies in a facility

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

• An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID). 

• Protective slip resistant footwear/safety shoes and long pants must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.  

• Capability to complete the practical demonstrations for the course, including:

  • Physical capability to handle and use initial response equipment lift and carry some loads using equipment and handle chemical spill kit equipment 

  • Visual acuity to distinguish chemical labelling information, plant and pet identification, and manage outside environments under cold and warm conditions

  • Ability to hear or otherwise detect alarms, warnings, or instructions (or use approved alternative alerting methods)

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required. 

The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

Refresher min. duration: N/A
Blended min. duration: N/A
Face-to-face min. duration: 300 minutes
Online with face-to-face min. duration: 60 minutes

• Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:

Unit: PUAFER005 - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation
Period: Not applicable
Unit: PUAFER008 - Confine small emergencies in a facility
Period: Not applicable

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include: 

Performance tasks:

• Scenario - Prepare for Emergency Situations (Warden)

• Scenario – Manage a small chemical spill 

• Scenario – Operate as a Warden in an Emergency (Paper/Wood)

Documentation - The student must complete the following to the appropriate standard:

• Emergency equipment fault log 

• Emergency evacuation incident and debrief form

Theory assessment - A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.

Training and assessment delivered on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909