PUAFER008 - Confine small emergencies in a facility

 
Course Description

This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge required to confine small emergencies in a facility and it applies to occupants who are required to have first attack firefighting skills. It includes preparing for emergency situations, identifying and assessing an emergency, safely confining emergencies, using initial response equipment and reporting on the facility's emergency response.

Small emergencies in a facility include incidents such as small fires that can be controlled using a fire extinguisher; chemical spills that can be controlled using facility personal protective clothing and equipment and a spill kit; or a vehicle accident where there is no significant injury or damage.

The unit has been developed to cover the facilities as specified in Australian Standard AS 3745-2010 and AS 4083-2010. It applies to employees in the workplace within all industries and in all contexts.

This incorporates the content of the following unit:

• PUAFER008 Confine small emergencies in a facility

 
Entry Requirements

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

• An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID). 
• Protective slip resistant footwear/safety shoes and long pants must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.  
• Capability to complete the practical demonstrations for the course, including:
  • Physical capability to handle and use initial response equipment lift and carry some loads using equipment and handle chemical spill kit equipment 
  • Visual acuity to distinguish chemical labelling information, plant and pet identification, and manage outside environments under cold and warm conditions
  • Ability to hear or otherwise detect alarms, warnings, or instructions (or use approved alternative alerting methods)

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required.

The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks

 
Learning Rights, Responsibilities and Support, including Complaints

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

Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include:

Performance tasks:

• Performance Task – Prepare for emergency situations
• Scenario – Manage a small chemical spill
• Scenario – Put out a small paper/wood fire

Documentation:

• Incident Report Form

Theory assessment:

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

Core Skill Requirements

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.LearningI can follow safety advice and learn what to do in emergencies or unfamiliar situations.ReadingI can read and follow simple instructions on safety signs, labels, or emergency guides to help manage the situation.WritingI can write short notes or fill in checklists about safety equipment.Oral CommunicationI can speak clearly and listen carefully when giving or receiving emergency information.NumeracyI can read gauges, monitor the operating time of equipment, and interpret basic measurements.