Warden Extinguisher


Location Alice Springs - Guide Hall ASP
Date:       Wednesday 13 October 2021
ID Warden & Extinguisher use - COURSE SET
Closing Date 12 October 2021 (Sorry, booking closed.)

This course has been made inactive.

Cost per person:

Full: 300

* Remote travel is additional to the course cost, and will be quoted on request.

Fees are payable though the website at time of booking and may be tax deductible to eligible students. All fees must be paid before a Certificate or Statement of Attainment is issued. Pre-payment secures your enrolment for this course.

This course is conducted under the auspices of Allens Training Pty Ltd - RTO 90909who will be responsible for the quality and direction of all accredited training and assessment conducted by Redpath Education., as well as the issuing of Statements of Attainment for the units of competency on Allen's scope.

Course Information

This Warden & Extinguisher use COURSE SET applies to individuals who are required to implement an emergency response as specified in the facility emergency procedures or specified by a person at a higher level in the emergency control organisation (ECO). Individuals who undertake this work will be working within the command, control and coordinate structure of the ECO.  It includes undertaking pre-emergency planning, taking appropriate actions in an emergency and assisting with post emergency activities .  They may also be required to act as the primary liaison with emergency services and may be required to provide a first response to confine small workplace emergencies.  Individuals who undertake this role will generally be members of an Emergency Control Organisation (ECO), acting as wardens and communications officers .  Applicable to employees in the workplace within all industries and in all contexts.

This course also includes the skills and knowledge required to confine small emergencies in a facility and it applies to individuals who are required to have first attack firefighting skills.  This 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.

 The course has been developed to cover a broad range of emergencies and facilities as considered in Australian Standard 3745 and Australian Standard 4083.

This COURSE SET includes training and assessment for the following units of competency, awarded to successful participants in this course;  PUAFER005 Operate as part of an emergency control organisation & PUAFER008 Confine small emergencies in a facility , more information can be found at Training.gov.au.

Entry requirements:

There are no prerequisite units.  Participants must have the physical capacity to complete all practical demonstrations for the course, including wearing suitable identification, being able to safely confine emergencies and use initial response equipment.  Participants will also need oral and written communication skills to read and follow the instruction of a workplace emergency plan, interpret extinguisher icons and other signage, make an accurate verbal report to emergency services and complete a written incident report.

Training and assessment arrangements:

This accredited course is delivered in one five (5) hour face to face session, this is a minimum timeframe, duration may extend to ensure learners completion.

The course is conducted in English with training delivered face to face, either on site or at our training rooms, at a time to suit the facility or the majority of the participants.  The course includes audio visual and written materials, and industry and individual participants are encouraged to include policies, procedures and documentation from their workplace, to better contextualise the learning.

  1. 5hr course with on-line learning completed prior to the practical workshop. This delivery method is best suited to students who are confident in learning online and have basic computer skills.
  2. Other course formats we deliver courses in various formats to meet the needs of workplaces and the participants, please contact us to discuss your needs.

Includes an on-line learning and knowledge assessment (including video and written material) to be completed prior to the face to face session.  The on-line work can be progressed in one or multiple logon/logoff sessions, providing a self paced flexible method of learning the theory of Leading an ECO in the comfort of one's own home, at work, or wherever an internet connection is available. It is essential that you can use a reliable computer and have internet access.

During the course we will work with you on your in-class work, where you will be assessed applying your knowledge and skills, during various realistic emergency scenario’s performed both inside and outside the building.

Participants will need the ability to meet the physical demands of the performance tasks, ie; lead a team to develop a response plan as specified in your workplace emergency procedures or as developed by you in class.  You will perform your role as a member of the Emergency Control Organisation and manage a small chemical spill and put out a small paper/wood fire using an AB(e) extinguisher during simulated emergencies (other extinguishing mediums may be used), in the outside environment. (bring a hat and any other relevant workplace PPE).

After the Emergency scenario's you will complete an Emergency Evacuation incident and debrief form to the appropriate standard.  You will have an opportunity to discuss answers and correct your answers during revision and reflection on performance.

We encourage you to bring your stories into the training session, to discuss your roles and responsibilities, overview your policies and procedures and review Emergency processes from your workplace.

Before the course (emailed)During the course
  1. Open your Course email;
    • Complete the online Safety Checklist
    • Follow your emailed log-in link, create your password, then log-in and verify your enrolment info.
  2. Complete your ALLENS online knowledge learning & assessment (allow approx. 1-2hrs to complete), a modern web browser is required. 

These must be completed and marked as satisfactory at least two (2) days prior to the course.

  1. Develop and review emergency plans.
  2. Use of a fire blanket and extinguisher(s) during simulated Emergency scenarios. 
  3. Complete incident & debrief report, and equipment fault log

You will have opportunities to discuss and reflect on your performance during the course, to support you to provide first aid appropriately.

We send your emails and reminder sms messages to your nominated mobile and email contact (as you provide in your enrolment form), please ensure you check your junk and spam email folders.

Students under 14 years of age must provide written permission to attend the course from their parent or guardian.

Educators and learning support:

Training is conducted in English and participants should possess functional written and spoken English skills.  The course is delivered by local, Industry experts and qualified Tutors, who hold a current Police Clearance, understand the context of practice and embrace the principles of cultural safety in their teaching.

The course may be delivered with the knowledge assessment completed in class and assessed in a format supportive of the needs of ESL participants, and delivered in remote locations where workplace or other time restrictions preclude a single session attendance.  If requiring a full face to face session, please discuss this with our office prior to booking.  Those not completing the on-line pre-course assessment, will be completing a hardcopy assessment in class, allow additional 2hrs to complete.

Course fee:

Fees are payable though the website or at our office by credit card (Visa/MC), cash or purchase order, and may be tax deductible to eligible students.  Should the NT Government and industry bodies make Scholarships available, we will assist you to apply.

Click here to read the payment terms and conditions.

  • Classes on campus or at your workplace, on schedule or after hours
  • Class size is limited to a max of 12 participants - unless otherwise arranged
  • Learning program integrated with the development or review of Emergency Plans is price on application
  • Remote travel is additional to the course cost, and will be quoted on request


Text Books & Learning support

All participants receive a hard copy reference book to assist you in maintaining your knowledge over time.  LLN support can be provided to participants on request, which includes additional face to face time with the trainer/assessor.

Course subjects:

Participants in this course will learn how to effectively

  • Apply Work, Health and Safety (WHS)/Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements
  • Assist occupants who may require assistance
  • Assist with post emergency response activities
  • Contribute to facility emergency planning
  • Give clear directions to occupants and visitors
  • Implement safe work practices
  • Initiate and control initial emergency response
  • Take on a leadership role within emergency control organisation and/or a deputy role for other emergency control organisation positions
  • Undertake pre-emergency planning
  • Use communications systems
  • Wear required emergency control organisation identification
  • Brief emergency services personnel
  • Comply with legislation, industry standards, codes of practice and regulations concluding facility emergency
  • Respond to emergency signals and warnings appropriately
  • Communicate with occupants, emergency personnel and stakeholders
  • Confine emergencies safely
  • Identify and act to avoid or control any associated hazards
  • Identify and assess an emergency
  • Report facility emergency response
  • Restow initial response equipment
  • Use initial response equipment
  • Utilise risk management processes

 

Additional information


Additional information on accredited training can be found at Training.gov.au.

Remote travel is additional to the course cost, and will be quoted on request.