Emergency Response Skill Set

Emergency Response Skill Set Course Overview

The Emergency Response skill set includes the popular Fire Extinguisher, Fire Warden, and Chief Fire Warden training all in one course! This skill set provides the essential knowledge for individuals involved in emergency management and response within a facility or organisation. This combined course focuses on confining small emergencies, operating as part of an emergency control organisation, and leading an emergency control organisation.

Fire Extinguisher: PUAFER008 – Confine small emergencies in a facility, equips participants with the necessary skills to respond effectively to small emergencies within a facility and to confine them to a manageable level. It covers various aspects such as identifying emergencies, assessing risks, implementing emergency response procedures, using emergency equipment, and communicating effectively during emergency situations.

Fire Warden: PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation, focuses on the role of individuals within an emergency control organisation. Participants will learn how to effectively contribute as part of a team in emergency situations. Topics covered include understanding emergency response plans, implementing emergency control measures, coordinating resources, communicating with team members and external agencies, and complying with relevant legislation and organisational policies.

Chief Fire Warden: PUAFER006 – Lead an emergency control organisation, is designed for individuals who have leadership or managerial responsibilities within an emergency control organisation. It provides the necessary skills to lead and coordinate emergency response efforts. The course covers topics such as developing emergency response plans, establishing command and control structures, delegating tasks, coordinating resources and personnel, communicating effectively, and evaluating and reviewing emergency response procedures.

Target Audience

The target audience for the Emergency Response Skill Set, including the combined Fire Extinguisher, Fire Warden, and Chief Fire Warden course, typically includes individuals who have specific roles or responsibilities related to emergency response within their organisations. The courses are designed to provide the necessary knowledge and skills for individuals who may encounter or be involved in emergency situations in various facilities or workplaces.

Course Delivery

Face to face training and assessment is conducted at one of Link Resources purpose built training facilities. Upon arrangement, training and assessment can be conducted on-site at the premises of industry clients providing there a suitable infrastructure and industry training facilities.

Link Resources Training Facilities:

Devonport: 226 Mill Road, Wesley Vale TAS 7307

Hobart: Glenorchy Football Club, 1A Anfield St, Glenorchy TAS 7010

Outcomes of Fire Warden Training

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 Link Resources Training Pty Ltd (RTO 45483).

Payment Options

Please see the Link Resources Payments, Cancellations and Refund Policy below in Student Information for all details on Payments for your course.

Payment can be made via direct bank transfer, eftpos, cash or cheque. For billing information including who to write a cheque to, please email [email protected] or call (07) 5491 2144

Entry Requirements

All candidates must be literate in the English language (no interpreters allowed).

At enquiry, students can enter the program by expressing an interest and being sent an information pack that contains booking notification and course information (Course Brochure). This interest process enables the RTO and client to work together to ensure the course is suitable for them and to identify any additional support needs & make adequate provisions.

There are no pre-requisites for the Emergency Response Skill Set, however if you were to do the Chief Fire Warden course separately, students must have successfully completed PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation before enrolling.

Pathways

Training & Education Pathways: After achieving this unit of competency students may undertake a range of associated resources and infrastructure units and qualifications.