PUAFER008
PUAFER008 (supersedes PUAWER008B)
Confine Small Workplace Emergencies
This unit covers the competency required to understand and Confine Small Workplace Emergencies. Small workplace emergencies may include such incidents as a small fire that can be controlled using a nearby fire extinguisher; or a chemical spill that can be controlled using workplace personal protective clothing and equipment, and a small spill kit; or a workplace vehicle accident where there is no significant injury or damage.
Course Overview
- Prepare for and identify and assess the emergency
- Safely confine emergencies where possible
- Understanding first attack fire fighting equipment
- Use portable fire extinguishers to extinguish a simulated fire
- Use a fire blanket to extinguish a simulated fire
- Use spill kits to confine workplace spills incidents
- Report workplace emergency response
What will be involved?
The course will include participants demonstrating extinguisher use in a simulated workplace emergency situation and demonstration of a fire blanket. Assessment will confirm the ability to correctly identify the type of emergency that has occurred; identify and take action to avoid or control any associated hazards; use initial response equipment and techniques to safely and effectively control or contain the emergency.
Who is this course for?
For persons requiring Nationally Recognised training. Unit PUAFER008 is an essential course requirement for certain industries such as mining, gas or aviation.
On successful completion, students will receive a statement of attainment for this unit. Please check with your employer to confirm that this is the correct unit of competency required.
Duration
3 hours face to face training and hands on use of extinguishers and fire blankets on a live fire.
Location
We can attend your venue for public training if minimum numbers are met. Alternatively, we can organise a venue near your business site, or you can attend our training facility. We service Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Tweed (Northern Rivers) and Sunshine Coast.
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*Note: Payment is required prior to course attendance*
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Partnership

Training and assessment delivered on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. www.allenstraining.com.au
The Allens Training Student Handbook (terms and conditions) and course assessment requirements can be found in the FAQ under "What are my rights and responsibilities as a student?" and "What are the course assessment requirements?" respectively.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are my rights and responsibilities as a student?
Payment Options
*Note: Payment is required prior to course attendance*
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How often do I need to complete the Training?
Building Fire Safety Regulation 2008 states "a person's appointment as a fire safety adviser ends if the person no longer holds a current building fire safety qualification" (one issued in the last 3 years).
What are the course assessment requirements?
PUAFER001
ASSESSMENT – THEORY
How you will be assessed: 20 Questions detailing the knowledge from the Training Package
ASSESSMENT – PRACTICAL - Physical demonstrations (skills)
The simulated assessment environments will reflect the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment. Skills must be demonstrated by the student working individually in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, industry-validated scenarios and simulations to assess students’ skills and knowledge. It’s important that students have knowledge of the content of this course. The practical skills to be assessed are listed below.
You will be assessed on performing scenario and task demonstrations for:
Identifying emergency protection systems, controlling equipment & evacuation systems
Identifying situations that could lead to workplace emergencies
Identifying and correct situations that could make systems inoperable
Hazardous work
Filling out checklists and workplace forms
PUAFER002
ASSESSMENT – THEORY
Written assessment - 10 questions detailing the knowledge requirements for the course:
Basic types, principles of operation and limitations of emergency prevention and protection systems and emergency control equipment typically installed in the workplace
Hazard analysis processes
Reporting procedures
Workplace procedures to rectify problems
ASSESSMENT – PRACTICAL
Physical demonstrations (skills)
The simulated assessment environments will reflect the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment. Skills must be demonstrated by the student working individually in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, industry-validated scenarios and simulations to assess students’ skills and knowledge.
It’s important that students have knowledge of the content of this course. The assessable practical skills are listed below.
You will be assessed on performing workplace emergencies scenario and task demonstrations to undertake:
Workplace inspections
Workplace fire prevention
Workplace severe weather impact prevention
Workplace chemical spill prevention
Completing checklists and workplace forms
PUAFER003
ASSESSMENT – THEORY
Written assessment paper with 10 multiple choice questions detailing the knowledge from the Training Package:
Characteristics, use and limitations of workplace emergency procedures and emergency control equipment
Maintenance requirements of workplace emergency procedures and emergency control equipment
Principles of emergency prevention
Relevant legislation and standards
Typical applications of emergency prevention
ASSESSMENT – PRACTICAL
Physical demonstrations (skills)
The simulated assessment environments will reflect the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment. Skills must be demonstrated by the student working individually in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, industry-validated scenarios and simulations to assess students’ skills and knowledge.
It’s important that students have knowledge of the content of this course. The assessable practical skills are listed below.
You will be assessed on performing workplace emergency procedure scenario and task demonstrations for:
Emergency prevention inspections
Completing an emergency equipment maintenance log
Reviewing emergency control structures
Filling out checklists and workplace formsPUAFER004
ASSESSMENT – THEORY
Written question paper
Completing 8 questions detailing the knowledge from the Training Package such as:
Circumstances where evacuation may need to be modified
Emergency reporting systems and procedures used on site
Emergency warning system, signals and instructions used on site
Evacuation alarms and workplace emergency procedures used at the workplace
Location of assembly areas and post-evacuation actions
Location of emergency equipment in the workplace
Procedures for reporting emergencies
Roles, responsibilities and authority of emergency personnel, emergency control organisation and emergency response team
Types of emergencies, the hazards and the evacuation actions associated with each one
ASSESSMENT – PRACTICAL
Physical demonstrations (skills)
The simulated assessment environments will reflect the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment. Skills must be demonstrated by the student working individually in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, industry-validated scenarios and simulations to assess students’ skills and knowledge. It’s important that students have knowledge of the content of this course. The assessable practical skills are listed below.
You will be assessed on performing workplace emergency scenario and task demonstrations:
Preparing for emergency situations
Fire evacuation
Following procedures for a potential earthquake emergency
Filling out checklists and workplace forms
PUAFER005
Assessment
Upon enrolment, you will be provided with detail assessment task specifications and activities specific to the unit of competency. At the conclusion of this unit, you will be required to complete and submit the following formal completed items for assessment
Theory assessment – questions and answers based on course knowledge requirements such as:
Arrangements for evacuating people who need support
Assessing and anticipating the progress of emergencies that might reasonably be expected in the workplace
Command, control and coordinate function of the emergency control organisation
Context of own role within the workplace emergency procedures
Emergency assessment and reporting procedures
Emergency reporting signals, alarms, warnings and procedures
Emergency response and operating procedures
Members of the emergency control organisation and their roles and responsibilities
Evacuation priorities
Hazard identification
Precautions to be taken during emergencies and during an evacuation
Methods of accounting for people during and after emergencies
Methods of summoning first aid to occupants or visitor injured during an emergency evacuation
Need to keep the relevant person informed of the developing situation
Post initial response emergency activities
Responses to meet the various situations
Workplace procedures
Practical assessment
Simulated assessment environments will reflect the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment. Skills must be demonstrated, whilst working individually in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, industry-validated scenarios and simulations to assess students’ skills and knowledge.
The assessable practical tasks are listed below, showing what skills will be assessed.
You will be assessed on performing scenario and task demonstrations of:
Contributing to emergency management planning
Responding to a severe weather emergency
Respond to a fire emergency
Respond to a bomb threat
Which will include demonstrating your ability to:
Relate to a range of people from a range of cultural, linguistic, social and ethnic backgrounds, and a range of physical and intellectual abilities
Apply methods of accounting for people
Assist people who need assistance
Carry out a search pattern within an area
Communicate clearly by the means specified in the workplace emergency procedures
Contribute to emergency management planning
Exercise leadership within a workplace emergency context
Use equipment assigned to assist with implementing the workplace emergency procedures post initial response emergency activities
Responses to meet the various situations
Workplace proceduresPUAFER006
ASSESSMENT – THEORY
Written assessment paper with 20 questions detailing the knowledge from the Training Package such as:
Accounting for evacuated persons and analysis of reports from evacuation areas
Actions to take in response to developing situations
Command, control and coordinate framework
Leadership responsibilities during a workplace emergency
Emergency plan and procedures
Emergency response reports or signals
Emergency response structure including external agencies and disaster plans
Emergency risk assessment, response and coordination actions
Hazard identification and precautions to be taken during emergencies and during an evacuation
Liaison requirements of emergency services
Own role in the emergency plan and role and authority of the emergency services
People's typical behaviour in an emergency
Range of appropriate post initial response activities
ASSESSMENT – PRACTICAL
Practical demonstrations
Simulated assessment environments must reflect the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment. Skills must be demonstrated working individually in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, industry-validated scenarios and simulations to assess students’ skills and knowledge. It’s important that students have knowledge of the content of this course. The assessable practical tasks are listed below, showing what skills will be assessed. You will be assessed on your demonstrations of:
Preparing for workplace emergency situations
Responding to a fire emergency
Responding to a bomb threat
And your ability to:
Relate to a range of people from a range of cultural, linguistic, social and ethnic backgrounds, and a range of physical and intellectual abilities
Communicate clearly by the means specified in the emergency plan
Take on a leadership role, which includes giving clear directions under emergency conditions, making decisions appropriate to the situation and keeping others appropriately informed Student written agreement
If you are completing this course, please download the student agreement to ensure that you are aware of your rights and obligations.PUAFER007
ASSESSMENT – THEORY
Written question paper
You will be assessed on 15 questions detailing the knowledge from the Training Package such as:
Characteristics, limitations and use of emergency alerting systems and procedures
Emergency alerting needs
Hazard identification and the precautions to be observed during emergencies
Legislative requirements
Methods/priorities in managing media responses in emergency situations
Organisation and its human resources
People who may need assistance and the assistance they may require
Pre-planning procedures to allow for the conduct of post initial response activities
Roles and responsibilities under legislation of employers, managers, supervisors, employees and contractors
Requirements under relevant standards and codes of practice
Resources required to support an emergency control organisation
Systems for controlling the entry of visitors, contractors and staff during an emergency
Workplace emergency hazard analysis
ASSESSMENT – PRACTICAL
Practical demonstrations
Simulated assessment environments must reflect the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment.
Skills must be demonstrated working individually in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, industry-validated scenarios and simulations to assess students’ skills and knowledge. It’s important that students have knowledge of the content of this course.
The assessable practical tasks are listed below, showing what skills will be assessed.
You will be assessed on demonstrations of:
Chair meetings on emergency response
Prepare initial emergency response plans
Develop workplace emergency plans
Evacuation drills
Chair emergency planning committee meetings
Workplace emergency plan
Emergency control organisation training
Fill out checklists and workplace formsPUAFER008
ASSESSMENT – THEORY
Written question paper
You will be assessed on 12 questions detailing the knowledge from the Training Package such as:
Actions to be followed when initial response action is not safe
Appropriate initial response equipment
Facilities that may be used to confine emergencies
Hazards involved with initial response action
Implications of the incorrect use of equipment
Limitations of initial response equipment
Limitations of use of emergency control equipment or facilities
Methods of extinguishment
Safe use of initial response equipment
Situations that must not be responded to because of the risk
Types of emergencies
Workplace procedures
ASSESSMENT – PRACTICAL
Physical demonstrations (skills)
The simulated assessment environments will reflect the real-life working environment where these skills and knowledge would be performed, with all the relevant equipment and resources of that working environment. Skills must be demonstrated by the student working individually in an environment that provides realistic in-depth, industry-validated scenarios and simulations to assess students’ skills and knowledge. It’s important that students have knowledge of the content of this course. The assessable practical skills are listed below.
You will be assessed on performing workplace emergencies scenario and task demonstrations for:
Communicating in an effective manner
Giving and following instructions
Implementing workplace procedures
Re-stow initial response equipment
Risk assessment
Using initial response equipment
Managing a small workplace emergency
Why should I choose to complete training with Australian Fire Protection?
Our vision is to provide a Safer workplace through Emergency Preparedness and compliance. Australian Fire Protection has been providing Fire and Evacuation procedures to businesses for over thirty years. Our training is both engaging and instructive.
Our professionalism and experience is backed up by our competitive and affordable pricing. We come to you which means that you can choose your own day and times, or you can attend our classroom training facility on the Gold Coast if you only have a small number of staff to train.
We provide each participant with "hands on" use of a fire extinguisher to extinguish a live fire. This provides staff with the necessary first response skills and experience in responding correctly when confronted with a real fire.
What do we do?
Australian Fire Protection is a one stop shop specializing in Fire Safety Compliance Services.
With over 100 years of combined staff experience in the Fire Safety Industry, we are confident that we are more than able to assist you.
Is the Training Accredited?
Yes. We have partnered with Allens Training Pty Ltd (RTO 90909) to deliver a Nationally recognised course to ensure that all of the accreditation with ASQA are maintained. You will be issued a certificate from Allens Training Pty Ltd on completion of your course. You will also receive a Warden/ First Response Training certificate (non-accredited) from Australian Fire Protection on completion of your course.
When do I receive my Certificates?
Typically, we will have your certificates issued electronically within 7 days of completion of the course and mailed to you within 14 business days.
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