PUAFER008 Confine Small Workplace Emergencies (Fire Extinguisher Course)
Description:
This unit covers the competency required to confine small workplace emergencies.
Small workplace emergencies may include such incidents as a small fire or workplace vehicle that can be controlled using a nearby fire extinguisher.
Location:
Townsville Region, Qld
Duration:
Approx 2 hours face-to-face delivery. No pre-course work required.
There is no pre-requisite for this unit. Minimum age – 15 yrs.
This Certificate does not have an expiry date; however it is recommended for renewal every 12 months/ Health and Safety Legislation states that the PCBU/Employer must ensure that people remain competent to perform their various tasks.
Cost:
$ 130/pp GST free. Group & corporate discounts apply, call us for details.
Payment method:
Payment can be made by cash or card, with a tax invoice issued on the day.
Amex is accepted.
If payment is made by an employer or company, an invoice will be sent after the course for payment.
How to Book:
You can book online 24 hrs a day by selecting here, or call 0439 324 848 (before 9 pm at night), or text anytime. You can also contact us by emailing admin@coast2countrytraining.com.au
Delivery method:
Classroom Face to Face
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) & Physical Requirements:
Participants will require suitable LLN skills to complete the following tasks/skills:
- Read information from a PowerPoint and whiteboard
- Listen and understand verbal information delivered by an English-speaking trainer
- Read and answer a multiple-choice question paper, complete a short written Incident Report Form and a short-written answer test
- Participants are also required to have the physical abilities to successfully complete any practical applications of the course.
Prerequisites:
There is no prior learning required for the full course.
Assessment procedure:
Assessment is at the end of the course to show the instructor that you have an appropriate understanding of the procedures necessary to manage a situation. This will consist of a theory assessment and practical demonstrations.
Requirements for Completion:
100% attendance and participation.
Outcome/Qualification issued:
At the successful completion of this course participants will be issued with the Statement of Attainment PUAFER008 – Confine small workplace emergencies. This is recommended for renewal every 12 months.
The course is nationally recognised through inclusion on the Australian Quality Training Framework (AQTF). Workplace Approved throughout Australia. Certificate will be emailed to the student within 24-36 hours of completion of the course.
Topics covered:
- prepare for emergency situations
- identify and assess the emergency
- safely contain small workplace emergencies where possible
- use initial response equipment on small un-established workplace fires and
- report those workplace emergencies.
The course will include participants demonstrating extinguisher use in a simulated workplace emergency situation and demonstration of a fire blanket.
Requirements for Completion:
100% attendance and participation.
