Fire Warden and Fire Extinguisher Training Course Set: PUAFER005 and PUAFER008

Warden & Extinguisher: The Essentials

Additional information in the FAQ section below

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:

PUAFER005 - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation - Not applicable.

PUAFER008 - Confine small emergencies in a facility - Not applicable.

PUAFER006 - Lead an emergency control organisation - Not applicable.

+ Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

• Online with face-to-face assessment(with pre-course online study + in-class electronic assessment) face to face contact time of at least 2 Hours

  • If you are familiar with using computers and online training and assessment. Select this “Online with face to face assessment” course

    More information can be found here.

+ Warden and Fire Extinguisher Course Requirements

Participants must be able to complete the practical demonstrations for the course, including wearing suitable identification, being able to safely confine emergencies and use communication and initial response equipment.

Pre-course study: Students may be required to undertake online pre-course work prior to attending the face to face session depending on the course delivery mode.

Online study (if applicable):  Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices with a current browser, as well as access to the internet and skills sufficient to follow a video learning program, to complete the on-line pre-course work, as well as assessments in-class.

+ Assessment Requirements

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

+ Certificate Renewal Requirements

+ Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

+ Assessment Activities

Performance tasks:

• Undertake pre-emergency planning

• Prepare and plan for an emergency

• Operate as part of an ECO in a fire emergency

• Lead an ECO in a fire emergency

• Manage a small chemical spill

• Put out a small paper/wood fire

Documentation:

• Emergency equipment fault log

• Emergency evacuation incident and debrief form

• Facility emergency plan (extract)

• Incident report

Theory assessment:

• A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.

Fire warden training course details

Course detail

Confirmed information

Course set

PUAFER005 and PUAFER008

Unit 1

PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation

Unit 2

PUAFER008 – Confine small emergencies in a facility

Training status

Nationally recognised training

Delivery provider

Redpath Education, on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd, RTO 90909

Blended format

Online study, then at least 2 hours of face-to-face assessment

Face-to-face format

At least 7 hours of face-to-face training

Assessment

Knowledge questions, practical activities and emergency documents

Service areas

Alice Springs, Barkly Region, Central Desert Region, MacDonnell Region, NPY Lands and Ngaanyatjarra

Which fire warden course do you need?

The term “fire warden training” can describe several types of training. Check your assigned workplace responsibilities and the outcome your employer requires before you enrol.

Your role or training need

Relevant course

Included here?

Work as an ECO member

PUAFER005

Yes

Respond to small facility emergencies

PUAFER008

Yes

Lead an ECO as chief warden

PUAFER006

No

Complete general fire safety awareness training

Non-accredited awareness course

No

PUAFER005 is often called fire warden training, but it covers more than fire response. It explains how ECO members work before, during and after a facility emergency.

Fire warden duties may include:

• responding to emergency signals;

• using workplace communication systems;

• following evacuation procedures;

• helping occupants evacuate;

• supporting people who need help;

• completing post-emergency records.

PUAFER008 adds assessed practical skills. Redpath’s published assessment activities include managing a small chemical spill and extinguishing a small paper or wood fire.

This does not mean wardens should fight all fires. Learners must follow workplace emergency procedures and stay within their assigned role. Personal safety comes first.

View Chief Warden and Extinguisher Training

View PUAFER008 Fire Extinguisher Training

View Non-Accredited Fire Warden Awareness Training

Who should complete this course?

This fire warden training course may suit:

• workers appointed to a fire warden or ECO role;

• employees preparing to join an ECO;

• employers arranging recognised training for staff;

• workplaces seeking combined warden and small-emergency response training;

• regional or remote organisations seeking workplace delivery.

Your employer decides which emergency roles apply at the facility. This course does not determine how many wardens a workplace needs.

It also does not confirm that every part of the workplace emergency plan meets all applicable requirements.

What does PUAFER005 cover?

PUAFER005 focuses on how to operate as part of an emergency control organisation. Learners build the skills and knowledge to work within the ECO structure.

They also learn to carry out assigned actions before, during and after an emergency.

Training and assessment may cover:

• ECO roles, responsibilities and reporting lines;

• pre-emergency planning;

• workplace emergency procedures;

• emergency signals and communication methods;

• facility emergency response procedures;

• evacuation procedures and assembly areas;

• ways to assist occupants who need help;

• safe initial emergency response actions;

• emergency records and reports;

• post-emergency activities.

A fire warden does not automatically lead the ECO. PUAFER006 covers the skills needed to lead an ECO as chief warden. That unit is not part of this course.

What does PUAFER008 cover?

PUAFER008 focuses on how to confine small emergencies in a facility. Learners assess the situation and select suitable emergency equipment. They respond only when it is safe and appropriate.

Redpath’s published activities include:

• managing a small chemical spill;

• choosing suitable emergency or fire equipment;

• extinguishing a small paper or wood fire;

• following workplace safety procedures;

• reporting the event;

• completing required records.

For a large, spreading or uncertain fire, evacuate and contact emergency services. Follow the facility’s emergency procedures.

The course does not train learners to fight uncontrolled fires or act beyond their assigned responsibilities.

How is the training delivered?

Online study with face-to-face assessment

Learners complete online study before attending an in-person practical assessment. Redpath lists at least two hours of face-to-face contact for this course format.

You need an internet-connected phone, tablet or computer. You may be able to complete the online learning at your own pace. You must still meet the RTO access period and the deadline for your assessment session.

The two-hour figure covers minimum face-to-face attendance. It does not represent the total time needed to complete the course.

[CLIENT CONFIRMATION REQUIRED: online study time, access period and deadline]

This option is not fully online fire warden training. Learners must attend the practical assessment in person.

Fully face-to-face training

Redpath also lists a fully face-to-face course of at least seven hours.

This option may suit people who prefer trainer-led learning. It may also suit workplace groups and locations with limited internet access.

[CLIENT CONFIRMATION REQUIRED: breaks, assessment time and pre-course work]

What happens during assessment?

Assessment checks the knowledge and practical skills needed to follow emergency procedures.

Learners must show their skills during realistic activities. Reading course material or answering knowledge questions is not enough on its own.

Redpath’s published assessment activities include:

• taking part in emergency planning;

• operating as an ECO member;

• responding to emergency signals;

• using communication procedures;

• following evacuation procedures;

• assisting occupants during a scenario;

• managing a small chemical spill;

• selecting and using emergency equipment;

• extinguishing a small paper or wood fire;

• completing emergency records;

• answering written or online knowledge questions.

The assessment must remain within the scope of PUAFER005 and PUAFER008. Leading an ECO is part of PUAFER006 and is not assessed in this course.

Entry requirements and what to bring

Learners must complete the enrolment process before training.

A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is normally required before the RTO can issue a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment. A USI is the learner’s national training identifier. An approved exemption may apply.

For blended training, you need:

• a suitable internet connection;

• an internet-enabled phone, tablet or computer;

• enough time to complete the online study before assessment;

• access to your device during training if requested.

Redpath asks learners to arrive at least 10 minutes early. Redpath locks the doors 10 minutes after the scheduled start time.

You should also check the course requirements before booking.

Learner support and reasonable adjustment

Contact Redpath before booking to discuss any support or adjustment needs.

A reasonable adjustment can support a learner’s access or participation. It cannot change the skills and knowledge that must be assessed.

The request must be reviewed against the course and assessment requirements.

[CLIENT CONFIRMATION REQUIRED: adjustment process, decision-maker and limits]

Who manages each part of the course?

An RTO is a registered training organisation. Allens Training Pty Ltd, RTO 90909, is the RTO for this course. Redpath Education delivers the training on its behalf.

What will successful learners receive?

Learners receive a nationally recognised outcome after they complete the training and meet all assessment requirements.

The outcome is provided under the arrangement with Allens Training Pty Ltd, RTO 90909.

A Statement of Attainment is the formal outcome for successfully completed units of competency.

Attendance alone does not guarantee this outcome. Learners must meet all assessment, enrolment, identity and USI requirements.

Individual course bookings

Check the current price, date and training venue before booking.

The training venue may differ from Redpath’s office at 45 Flynn Drive, Alice Springs NT 0870. Check your booking confirmation before attending.

Workplace, regional and remote training

Redpath Education can discuss workplace fire warden training for teams in Alice Springs and the listed regional and remote service areas.

Published service areas include:

• Barkly Region;

• Central Desert Region;

• MacDonnell Region;

• NPY Lands;

• Ngaanyatjarra.

Availability depends on location, group size, venue suitability, travel and timing.

To help Redpath prepare a quote, provide:

• the workplace or community location;

• the number of learners;

• preferred dates;

• the preferred course format;

• available training space;

• internet access at the site;

• shift or travel limits;

• the units required.

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Fire warden training in Central Australia

Redpath Education has operated in Central Australia since 2011. It delivers training in urban, regional and remote areas.

Its local base and workplace training options may suit organisations that cannot use public courses in a capital city.

The course also gives learners clear role boundaries. It explains the difference between fire warden, chief warden and awareness training. It also confirms that blended delivery includes face-to-face assessment.

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Certificate currency and refresher training

Successful completion shows that the learner met the assessment requirements at the time of training.

It does not show that the workplace’s emergency plan, staff arrangements or procedures will stay current.

Refresher training may be needed when there are:

• changes to the workplace or its hazards;

• changes to emergency procedures;

• changes to assigned responsibilities;

• findings from emergency exercises or reviews;

• new employer requirements;

• changes to applicable laws, guidance or Australian Standards.

Do not rely on one general renewal period for every workplace.

Fire warden training FAQs

What happens if I have not completed the online study?

You must complete the online study by the deadline set for your blended course.

What happens if I do not meet every assessment requirement?

The nationally recognised outcome cannot be provided until you meet all assessment requirements.

Can reasonable adjustments be made?

Contact Redpath before booking to discuss your needs. Any adjustment must still allow the required knowledge and practical skills to be assessed.

How is the training venue confirmed?

Check your booking confirmation for the training venue. The course is held at Redpath’s Alice Springs office only when the confirmation lists that address.

Can my employer arrange training at our workplace?

Workplace delivery may be available. It depends on the location, group size, venue, equipment and travel arrangements.

When will I receive my Statement of Attainment?

Your digital certificate will be sent on the day of passing the unit. 

Can I transfer or reschedule my booking?

Yes, just reach out to us & let us know if you need to reschedule or rebook.

Book fire warden training

Book the PUAFER005 and PUAFER008 Fire Warden and Fire Extinguisher Training course.

For workplace, regional or remote training, contact Redpath Education.

Phone: (08) 8952 9997Email: admin@redpatheducation.com.auOffice: 45 Flynn Drive, Alice Springs NT 0870

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