Operate as part of an Emergency Control Organisation - PUAWER005B

Overview

Through the combination of theory and practical training, this course provides participants with the necessary knowledge and skills required to respond to an emergency and to commence safe workplace evacuation. Emergencies covered include fire, bomb threats, chemical incidents and terrorism.

Outline

• Type of emergencies and control organisations
• Type of fire analysed-fire spread
• Evaluating emergencies-the nature and size
• The basic fire behaviour-the fire triangle
• Fire wardens-roles and responsibilities
• Principals and methods of extinguishment
• Alarms and warning systems
• Human behaviour in emergencies
• Emergency warning and communication
• Use of emergency control equipment and facilities-fire blankets, fire doors, fire sprinkler systems, fire alarm systems
• Command and control evacuation procedures
• Assembly point control
• Co-ordination of emergency services
• Evacuation plan-building requirements
• Site evacuation exercise (if required)
• Assessment of students’ competence

Assessment

Practical, theoretical and application based assessments in consideration of the following competencies:

• PUAWER005B/01: Respond to emergency reports, signals and warnings
• PUAWER005B/02: Initiate and control initial emergency response
• PUAWER005B/03: Anticipate the further development of emergencies
• PUAWER005B/04: Assist with post initial response

Location

On site.

Duration

Consideration of site requirements will determine the duration for training. Typically, this course (including site evacuation) is delivered over a period of 4 to 6 hours.

Resources

Suitable classroom equipped with whiteboard.

Certification

Upon successful completion of this course, each student will receive a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment.