Fire Warden And Fire Extinguisher

The Warden and Fire Extinguisher combined course has been designed to give participants the skill and knowledge to perform the role of a warden within an Emergency Control Organisation (ECO) structure and to train participants to be capable of using portable fire fighting equipment as a first response to a fire in the workplace.

Course Outcomes:

On completion of this course, participants should be able to:

• Undertake pre-emergency planning

• Take appropriate actions in an emergency

• Assist with post emergency activities

• Demonstrate and explain correct use of portable fire extinguishers to extinguish simulated fires

• Demonstrate and explain correct use of fire blankets

• Demonstrate and explain correct use of fire hose reels.

On Completion

Students who attend and successfully meet all assessment requirements of the course will receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment with the following unit of competency: PUAFER005 Operate as part of an emergency control organisation and CPPFES2005 Demonstrate first attack firefighting equipment.

Other Info

There is a maximum number of 10 participants per program.

To meet the course requirements, students must:

• Have sufficient English language, literacy and numeracy skills to read instructions and write assessments

• Provide their USI on enrolment

• Provide proof of identity, e.g. drivers licence

• Wear or bring long sleeve, long pants and closed in shoes

This course is also available in single half-day components of Fire Warden (AM) and Fire Extinguisher (PM) training.

Entry Requirements

Students are required to be able to complete the following tasks:

• communicate with others clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing

• find and use relevant information

• read and comply with work instructions and specifications

• read and record measurements

• record and report information neatly and legibly