Fire Fighting
Overview
Learn essential fire prevention, detection, and response techniques to protect yourself, others, and property during fire emergencies. This course is ideal for employees across all industries, safety officers, building managers, and anyone responsible for workplace or community safety.
Quick and correct action during a fire can save lives and minimise damage. This practical course provides the knowledge and skills needed to safely handle fire-related incidents, including the use of fire-fighting equipment and evacuation procedures.
You will learn how to:
Prevent fire hazards and promote fire safety awareness
Respond quickly and effectively to different types of fires
Operate various types of fire-fighting equipment safely
Lead or support evacuations during emergencies
Protect life, property, and the environment
This course gives you the critical skills and knowledge needed to respond to fires effectively and safely—helping create safer workplaces and communities.
Description
Firefighting is not only valuable for individuals pursuing a firefighting career but also for anyone interested in personal safety, community involvement, and emergency preparedness. It empowers individuals to respond effectively to emergencies, contribute to public safety efforts, and make informed decisions that can save lives and property.
Course Content
Unit 1: Identify different types of fires
- Identify the causes of fires.
- Different classes of fires.
Unit 2: Explain and practice fire prevention
- The prevention of fires is explained in relation to general organisational housekeeping.
- Fire prevention is explained in relation to industry safe practices (OHS Act) and company specific procedures.
- The consequences of non-adherence to safe practices are explained in relation to organisational procedures.
Unit 3: Operate basic fire fighting equipment
- The basic fire fighting equipment is identified as provided by the organisation.
- The operating of basic fire fighting equipment is demonstrated in accordance with organisational procedures.
- The type of fire fighting equipment is identified in relation to specific types of fires.
- Class B fires.
- Class C fires.
- Class D fires.
Unit 4: Perform basic fire fighting procedures
- The steps to be taken when fighting fires are explained and demonstrated in accordance with organisational procedures.
- The precautions to be taken when fighting fires are explained according to organisational procedures.
- The steps to be taken when containing fires are described in accordance with organisational procedures.
Accreditation
- Non-accredited: Short course only
- Duration: 1h 30m
- Delivery: Classroom/Online/Blended
- Access Period: 12 Months
