Fire Warden Skill Set
Introduction:
This training program provides participants with the skills and knowledge required to perform the role of a Fire Warden as part of a workplace Emergency Control Organisation (ECO).
The course covers responding to workplace emergencies, assisting with the safe evacuation of occupants, following emergency procedures, communicating effectively during an emergency and using appropriate initial response equipment to control small workplace emergencies where it is safe to do so.
This program is suitable for personnel who have been appointed, or may be appointed, as Fire Wardens, Area Wardens or members of an Emergency Control Organisation.
Upcoming Workshops
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This course is suitable for personnel who have been appointed, or may be appointed, as Fire Wardens, Area Wardens or members of an Emergency Control Organisation (ECO) within their workplace.
Participants will develop the practical skills and knowledge required to assist with workplace emergency procedures, support the safe evacuation of occupants, communicate effectively during an emergency and respond to small workplace emergencies using appropriate initial response equipment where it is safe to do so.
The course is relevant across a broad range of workplaces, including offices, industrial facilities, warehouses, manufacturing sites, construction environments, resources operations, healthcare facilities and other workplaces where an Emergency Control Organisation is established.
Course Fee: $250.00 per candidate. Please contact Baseline Training for group or onsite training rates.
PPE Requirements: Enclosed footwear, long pants and a sleeved shirt are required when attending practical training at Baseline Training
- Pre-Requisite Unit: PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation is required and will be delivered as part of this training program.
- Practical Emergency Response Skills: Participants develop the skills required to respond appropriately to workplace emergencies, support evacuation procedures and safely manage small emergency situations using appropriate emergency response equipment.
- Emergency Control Organisation Capability: The training supports participants who are appointed, or may be appointed, as Fire Wardens, Area Wardens or members of an Emergency Control Organisation.
- Fitness Requirements: Training and assessment involve moderate physical activity. Participants must be able to walk freely, bend, twist and undertake practical emergency response activities safely.
- Language, Literacy and Numeracy: Participants must have sufficient English language, literacy and numeracy skills to understand emergency procedures, safety instructions and assessment requirements.
- Workplace Safety Awareness: Participants will develop greater awareness of workplace emergency procedures, hazard identification, communication and personal safety responsibilities.
Upon successful completion of the course and all assessment requirements, participants will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for:
- PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation
- PUAFER008 – Confine small emergencies in a facility
Training provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to operate effectively as part of a workplace Emergency Control Organisation (ECO), respond appropriately to emergency alarms, signals and warnings, provide clear directions to occupants and assist with the safe evacuation of a facility.
Participants will also develop practical skills in identifying and assessing small workplace emergencies, selecting and using appropriate initial response equipment and determining when an emergency can be safely confined or when withdrawal and escalation are required.
Training and assessment are conducted in accordance with the PUA Public Safety Training Package, applicable workplace health and safety requirements, organisational emergency procedures and AS 3745-2010 Planning for emergencies in facilities and AS 4083-2010 Planning for emergencies – Health care facilities, where applicable.
Assessment includes:
- Knowledge assessment
- Practical demonstrations
- Workplace emergency and evacuation scenarios
- Emergency communication and warden response activities
- Identification and assessment of emergency situations
- Selection and safe use of initial response equipment
- Practical response to and confinement of a small emergency
- Emergency reporting and post emergency activities
1 Day Course | Classroom or Onsite Workplace Training
Delivery consists of face-to-face instruction, facilitated discussion, practical demonstrations, emergency response scenarios and competency-based assessment.
All current Baseline Training policies, including the Course Cancellation and Refund Policy, are available in the Learner Handbook on the Baseline Training website.
- Upon successful completion of this course, each participant will receive a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the following units:
- PUAFER005 Operate as part of an emergency control organisation
- PUAFER008 Confine Small emergencies in a facility
- Roles and responsibilities of Fire Wardens and Emergency Control Organisation members
- Workplace emergency procedures and emergency plans
- Emergency signals, alarms and warning systems
- Preparing for workplace emergencies
- Hazard identification and dynamic risk assessment
- Safe evacuation of occupants, including assisting people who may require additional support
- Selection and safe use of fire extinguishers, fire blankets and other initial response equipment
- Confining small emergencies, withdrawing when unsafe, and completing post emergency reporting and activities
