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Course overview

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to fulfill the role of Emergency Response Team Member and to be able to demonstrate competence in that role.

Course structure

The course is a combination of theoretical and practical sessions. Students are assessed continuously during the course.

Learning outcomes

At the end of this course, students will be able to:

• Demonstrate knowledge of the fire classes and fire suppression techniques.
• Select and use hand extinguisher and fixed hose reels to suppress the fire.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of the chemistry of combustion and the basic principles of the physics of fire. 
• Demonstrate knowledge of BA and its effects on the physiology of the human body
• Recommission, test and wear a BA in simulated conditions.
• Manage a BA for safe use and survivability.
• Shut down and recommission a BA. 

Course prerequisites

 Participants are required to sign a declaration that they are in good health (have no medical, physical or psychological conditions that would affect their ability to succeed in this training) OR provide a current (less than six months old) medical certificate.

We must receive this document no later than 48 hours before course commencement.  If not received within this timeframe you may be declined entry to the course. This decision will be taken on a case by case basis.    

Assessment process

Theory assessment followed by practical assessment which takes place when the student is ready/has shown that they can perform all tasks required.  The assessment will involve team activity. 

Duration

4 Days.

Certification

An Emergency Response Team Member (Fire) certificate will be issued on successful completion of this course.

Revalidation/Refresher

To maintain current competency, it is recommended that refresher training occurs regularly.  Depending on the industry you work in this may vary.  Current Training recommendation is every two years by attending a one day refresher.

Items to bring

• Photo ID.
• Comfortable clothing suitable for wearing under Fire Fighting attire.
• Socks.
• Covered in footwear.
• Water bottle.
• Change of clothes and towel for available shower.

Health  

A current MEDICAL is MANDATORY prior to course commencement.

Research shows that you are more susceptible to heat distress disorders if you consume alcohol within 24 hours of training with live fire. We recommend you do not consume alcohol 24 hours before training nor over the days of training.

Eligibility

Students eligible to study with Wood Training are:

• Permanent Residents,
• Australian Citizens, or
• Holders of work-visas who are required to undertake training by their employer.

Proof of eligibility is required. Please do not book people into this course if they do not meet these criteria. If uncertain, please call Wood Training on 06 751 1101 to discuss.less