PUAFER005 – OPERATE AS PART OF AN EMERGENCY CONTROL ORGANISATION (FIRE WARDEN)
PUAFER005 – OPERATE AS PART OF AN EMERGENCY CONTROL ORGANISATION (FIRE WARDEN)
COURSE SUMMARY
PUAFER005 – Operate as Part of an Emergency Control Organisation (Fire Warden) teaches the skills and knowledge required to implement the emergency response specified in the workplace emergency procedures or specified by a person at a higher level in the emergency control organisation. This unit has been developed to cover the broad range of emergencies and workplaces as considered in Australian Standard 3745 and 4083.
By selecting an appropriate number of wardens and conducting regular warden training, your organisation will ensure that your personnel are ready to deal with any workplace emergency.
This unit applies to employees in the workplace within all industries and in all contexts. People who undertake this work will be working within the command, control and coordinate structure of the emergency control organisation.
Our warden trainers have responded to real emergencies as emergency services officers and can walk you through the requirements of acting as a fire warden. Fire Warden Training can be conducted on site.
COURSE CONTENT
- Undertake pre-emergency planning
- Take appropriate actions in an emergency
- Assist with post emergency activities
PROVIDER OF TRAINING AND ASSESSMENT
This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909 by ERT Rescue Group Pty Ltd.
Important information prior to enrolment
UNIT BEING DELIVERED
The following unit(s) will be awarded to successful participants in this course. The certificate will be issued by Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. To view full unit details please visit www.training.gov.au
RECERTIFICATION
Participants are required to re-certify every 2 years from their completion date to maintain currency.
COURSE DELIVERY
This course will be delivered:
- In the workplace or at an ERT Rescue Group Pty Ltd training facility
- Online learning with face to face assessment
COURSE DURATION (FACE TO FACE)
- Face to Face – 4 hours (minimum) – full face to face course
- Refresher training – 4 hours (minimum) – conditions apply for this option, for example, you will need to provide previous current certificates
- Online training with face to face practical assessment – 30 minutes (minimum) face to face assessment with the addition of 3 hours of self-paced learning to be completed prior to attending the face to face course
WORK PLACEMENT ARRANGEMENTS
No work placement arrangements will be required as part of this course
LEARNERS RIGHTS, RESPONSBILITIES AND SUPPORT, INCLUDING COMPLAINTS
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 for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.
COURSE FEES AND PAYMENTS
- Please refer to our booking calendar for individual course fees
- Refund and fee protection policy – Please refer to the student handbook
- Payment Terms – Payment for individual participants is upfront, group booking payment terms are based on agreement between the client and service provider.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Participants are required to have a level of physical ability to respond to workplace emergencies where there may be risk to life. Participants must also be physically capable of conducting an evacuation and providing assistance to those in need.
PREREQUISITES
There are no prerequisites for this unit.
WHAT HAPPENS AT THE COURSE?
ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks. These are detailed in the sections following.
ASSESSMENT ACTIVITIES
Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:
Performance tasks – The assessor must observe the following performance tasks:
- Undertake pre-emergency planning
- Operate as part of the ECO in a fire emergency
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.
*Please note that ERT Fire & Rescue supplies all equipment necessary for you to undertake your training. ERT Fire & Rescue always recommend and encourage you to bring along your own equipment. Trainee’s must wear appropriate clothing that will get dirty and enclosed footwear is essential.
ERT Fire & Rescue can provide tailored on-site workplace training. Please contact our office on 0267 621 754 for a quote.
