First Attack Fire Fighting Equipment

SUMMARY

This course is for those who may be required to use portable fire extinguishers, fire hose reels and fire blankets.

Students will attain the practical application and understanding required to operate first attack fire fighting equipment in emergency situations and will be able to:

• Understand and interpret legislative requirements
• Understand the classification of fires
• Demonstrate the correct use of portable fire extinguishers to extinguish fires
• Correctly use fire hose reels
• Follow the correct procedures for the use of fire blankets

GROUP BOOKINGS / ONSITE TRAINING

Group bookings/Onsite training available at your site or ours. Please contact our office on 1800 352 335 or email bookings@saferight.com.au for pricing and site requirements.

DURATION

4 hours

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

• Present photo I.D. on arrival
• Complete a ‘Fitness to Complete Training’ form. The student is required to declare any medical issue that may exclude them from full participation
• Wear normal work clothing, enclosed footwear and remove all jewellery prior to commencement

CERTIFICATION

On successful completion of this course students will be issued with a Nationally Recognised Statement of Attainment for CPPFES2005A Demonstrate First Attack Fire Fighting Equipment and a wallet sized card.

The Unique Student Identifier (USI) must be supplied and verified prior to issuance.

CERTIFICATION EXPIRY

Your Certificate does not have an expiry date, however, industry standards recommend retraining every two years.

WHAT DO I DO ON THE DAY?

• Theory Assessment
• Practical Assessment

AMENITIES

Students will be provided with morning tea and refreshments for all courses run at Saferight.
Saferight has kitchen facilities for people who wish to bring their own lunch or alternatively, there are cafes and lunch bars within close proximity.

SUBSIDIES

On completion of the course, students working in the construction industry may be eligible to apply for a subsidy of up to 80% from the Construction Training Fund. Click here for more information.