First Attack Fire Fighting (Extinguishers & Hose Reels)

National Units of Competency

• CPPFES2005 - Demonstrate First Attack Firefighting Equipment

Application and Relevance

This course provides the theory and practice needed to safely and effectively use a fire extinguisher, fire hose reel and fire blanket. Through innovative technology, participants will gain practical experience in using each piece of equipment to extinguish real fires in a safe and controlled environment.

In particular the learner will be able to demonstrate the ability to:

To optimise effective use of fire extinguishers, personnel should be trained in the use of fire extinguishers to ensure their effectiveness. Training of personnel in the use of extinguishers is particularly desirable in buildings requiring a high degree of life safety.

• Select correct portable firefighting equipment for a particular type of fire
• Demonstrate the use of portable firefighting equipment including fire extinguishers, fire hose reels and fire blankets
• Use portable firefighting equipment safely and correctly
• Correct firefighting techniques and safety procedures

Course Content

Topics include and are not limited to:

Extra training is available in the operation of fire hydrants, lay flat hoses, and fog and foam nozzles if required.

• Combustion
• How fires spread
• Mechanics of Extinguishing a fire
• Fire Tetrahedron
• Raising the alarm
• Fire Safety and Evacuation
• Classes of Fire
• Types of Fire Extinguishers
• Safety procedures when fighting fires
• Firefighting Techniques
• Selecting correct portable firefighting equipment for a particular type of fire
• Demonstrate the use of portable firefighting equipment
• Fire Hose Reels
• Fire Blankets

Inclusions

Training conducted by experienced evacuation and rescue specialists

Course documentation

Up to 4 hours classroom, practical training and assessment

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisite units.

Students should have a basic level of literacy and numeracy skills.

It is recommended that participants contact Zokal prior to their course if they have any concerns about their ability to complete the training.

Course Logistics

Number of Participants: 10

Requirement: Provide UNIQUE STUDENT IDENTIFIER (USI number) and ID

Students must have industry experience.

Students must have reasonable level of physical fitness due to the task requirements of this course.

Students must complete and return the PRE-ENROLMENT QUESTIONNAIRE prior to attending for the course

Equipment: All training materials are supplied by Zokal Safety Training

Meals: Full Day Courses – Lunch will be provided and light refreshments will be provided at morning break (only on our premises). Half Day Courses – Light refreshments will be provided at morning break (only on our premises)

Dress: Students are required to wear CLEAN clothing appropriate for the workplace and CLEAN covered shoes. Students are required to wear gloves during practical components of this course. Please bring them with you on the day.

All other equipment used will be supplied by Zokal Safety Training.

Customer Workplace Training: For training on a customer site we require a fire hose reel that can be used in the practical component of training.

PARTICIPANTS MUST BE ABLE TO COMMUNICATE IN ENGLISH, AND MUST BE ABLE TO FILL OUT ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTATION.

Assessment Methods

This is a competency-based program with progressive assessment throughout the course, including written and oral questions relating to underpinning knowledge. Please let us know if there are any issues that your Zokal trainer should be aware of. These may include:

• Language, literacy and numeracy
• Physical limitations such as hearing, vision or mobility concerns
• Anything that may affect your experience in the training course.

Award Issued

Nationally recognised accreditation such as a wallet card and Statement of Attainment Certificate for the units of competency will be issued on satisfactory completion of all assessments. Zokal Safety Training Pty Ltd RTO Code 9126.