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PUAFER008 - Confine small emergencies in a facility

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The PUAFER008 – Confine Small Emergencies in a Facility course provides participants with the skills and knowledge to safely identify, assess and control small emergencies in the workplace or community. This includes incidents such as minor fires, chemical spills or vehicle accidents that can be managed using initial response equipment until professional help arrives.

This nationally aligned training is ideal for employees, contractors, students or residents who are required to hold first attack firefighting skills under facility emergency procedures. Participants will learn how to prepare for emergencies, confine hazards safely, and report on the facility’s emergency response, all in accordance with Australian Standards AS 3745 and AS 4083 and organisational policies.

Key learning outcomes include the ability to use fire extinguishers, spill kits and personal protective equipment (PPE), communicate effectively with occupants and emergency personnel, and apply WHS/OHS and risk management processes to maintain safety.

This course builds practical capability and confidence to act decisively when an incident occurs — ensuring small emergencies remain small.

  • The following units will be included in your certificate:

    • PUAFER008 - Confine small emergencies in a facility

  • This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

  • Refresher min. duration - N/A

    Blended min. duration - N/A

    Face-to-face min. duration - 180 minutes

    Online with face-to-face min. duration - 30 minutes

  • Participants must have the physical capacity to complete all practical demonstrations, such as being able to safely confine emergencies using 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: Students must have access to a computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online/pre-course studies.

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

  • This certificate does not require renewal

  • 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.

  • Performance tasks:

    • Prepare for emergency situations

    • Manage a small chemical spill

    • Put out a small paper/wood fire

    Documentation:

    • Incident/Emergency report

    Theory assessment:

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

  • 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.

    • Learning - I can follow safety advice and learn what to do in emergencies or unfamiliar situations.

    • Reading - I can read and follow simple instructions on safety signs, labels, or emergency guides to help manage the situation.

    • Writing - I can write short notes or fill in checklists about safety equipment.

    • Oral Communication - I can speak clearly and listen carefully when giving or receiving emergency information.

    • Numeracy - I can read gauges, monitor the operating time of equipment, and interpret basic measurements.