PUAFER006 Lead an emergency control organisation
Our nationally recognised Chief Fire Warden training course is tailored for individuals who need to assume the role of Chief or Deputy Chief Fire Warden in their workplace. This course prepares participants to make critical decisions regarding safety during emergencies and to provide clear instructions for managing emergency situations. Training and Assessment is delivered on behalf of ABC First Aid RTO 3399.
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Participants will acquire skills to assess the scale of onsite emergencies and oversee the evacuation process. The course places a strong emphasis on compliance with Australian Standard 3745-2010 for Emergency Control Organisation and procedures, ensuring participants understand how these standards apply to all types of workplaces.
Chief Fire Warden training is provided to employees responsible for performing fire safety checks and evacuations in any workplace, office or manufacturing environment. If you are unsure whether your workplace qualifies, please speak to your employer or check WorkSafe Australia for more information.
Course Duration
Face-to-face duration is up to 4 hours. Pre-course learning is required (up to 2 hours online). For paper-based delivery: up to 6 hours face-to-face.
Course Content
Practical Tasks – Physical Demonstrations:
- Conduct pre-emergency planning
- Develop and implement emergency preparedness plans
- Function effectively as a member of an Emergency Control Organisation (ECO) during a fire emergency
Documentation – Participants are required to complete the following to the specified standards:
- Emergency equipment fault log
- Emergency evacuation incident and debrief form
- Facility emergency plan (extract)
- Incident report
Theory Assessment:
- A written assessment comprising multiple-choice questions
Participants will gain a thorough understanding of emergency procedures and engage in practical drills to manage workplace emergencies effectively. The course includes hands-on scenarios that simulate real workplace situations and the use of emergency evacuation equipment. For group training, the Australian Training Institute can customize the course to meet your specific workplace needs, covering the following topics:
Course Topics:
- Australian Standard 3745-2010
- Emergency Planning Committee
- Emergency Control Organisation
- Fire warden identification and organizational structure
- Scenarios requiring evacuation
- Alarm-raising methods
- Safety procedures for fire situations
- Bomb threat protocols
- Considerations for individuals with disabilities
- Chief fire wardens’ duties and responsibilities
- Command and control procedures
- Communicating with emergency services
- Post-evacuation management
- Emergency procedures
- Human behaviour in emergencies
Suitable for individuals, workplaces of all sizes, and volunteer and community-based groups.
Any adult (aged 18+) can attend.
Pre-requisite: Participants must hold PUAFER005 Operate as part of an emergency control organisation prior to enrolling in this course.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) Requirements
Participants will require suitable LLN skills to complete the following tasks/skills:
- Read information from a PowerPoint, Manual and whiteboard.
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Listen and understand verbal information delivered by an English-speaking qualified fire safety trainer.
Statement of Attainment in the following units of competency:
- PUAFER006 Lead an emergency control organisation
Certification Validity
There is no renewal recommendation set by the industry for this course. However, regular refresher training is recommended to maintain competency.
How to book and get further information
- Book online (preferred)
- If you require a workplace invoice please email us at info@yourfirstaidtrainer.com.au
- Call one of our friendly customer service teams on 0423 811 844.
Please leave a message, and we will return your call as soon as possible as we could be teaching.
To secure your space, full payment is required at time of booking.
We accept credit cards (Visa or MasterCard), or electronic funds transfer (internet banking).
Large groups and onsite pricing vary, please email, info@yourfirstaidtrainer.com.au to discuss the available options.
- All prices include GST
- Course materials, Coffee, Tea and snacks are included
- Min 6 and max 24 participants per course
- Travel costs may apply (we can teach Australia wide)
- Current pricing as of November 2023
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- Brisbane North | Kedron Edinburgh Castle Hotel
- Brisbane South | Springwood Hotel
- Brisbane West | Middle Park Centenary Tavern
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Group Courses
Onsite at your workplace (Min 6 – max 25 per course apply)
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