Fire Warden and Fire Extinguisher Training

Certification

Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Pinnacle Safety and Training (RTO 40496).

National units of competency

• PUAFER005 - Operate as Part of an Emergency Control Organisation

• PUAFER008 - Confine small emergencies in a facility

Course Duration

1 day

Price

Course Overview

This course provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to act as a workplace warden and safely use fire extinguishers in an emergency. Covering preparation, emergency procedures, and fire classifications, this training equips attendees with the ability to assess risks, coordinate evacuations, and operate fire-fighting equipment.

This training includes theoretical instruction, simulated evacuations and hands-on fire extinguisher practice. By the end of the session, participants will be prepared to respond effectively to a range of workplace emergencies, ensuring a safer environment for all.

Course Outline

This course covers topics such as:

• Preparing for workplace emergencies
• Communicating, controlling and coordinating workplace emergency procedures
• Identifying and responding to signals and warnings
• Controlling the response to emergency reports, signals and warnings
• Fire, bomb threat, and other emergencies
• Initiating and controlling the initial emergency response
• Evacuation and assembly principles and procedures
• Workplace fireboards and fire equipment location(s)
• Accounting for all building occupants
• Evacuation reporting
• Understanding the fundamentals of fires
• Classes of fire
• Types of fire extinguishers
• Safety procedures when fighting fires
• Firefighting tactics

Course Inclusions

• Training conducted by experienced Emergency Services Specialists
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and Australian Standards
• Plenty of practical hands-on training to ensure participants have the confidence to respond to workplace emergencies

Each Trainee Must Provide

Participants must

• Be at least 15 years of age.
• Arrive in suitable attire, including long pants and enclosed shoes.

Participants must provide

• Transport
• Lunch