Fire Warden & Firefighting Equipment Course
Overview
This course is suitable for anyone who wants to be a Fire Warden and who may require training in the use of fire extinguishers, fire reels and fire blankets for use at a workplace.
Why complete this Fire Warden and Firefighting Equipment Course?
This course is designed to ensure staff are trained in compliance with Australian Standard AS3745 Planning for emergencies in facilities, which outlines the requirements for Fire Wardens and Chief Fire Wardens.
- Fire Warden responsibilities
- Planning for emergencies
- Emergency management processes
- Use of portable fire extinguishers
- Use of fire blankets
- Use of fire reels
- Types of fires and equipment suitability
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Experience working with safety-related paperwork preferred
Available Dates
Upcoming Workshops
| Course Dates | Time | Available Spaces | Cost | Individual Bookings | Business Bookings |
| 30 April 2024 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 3 | $280.00 | ||
| 27 May 2024 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 7 | $280.00 | ||
| 26 June 2024 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $280.00 | ||
| 31 July 2024 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $280.00 | ||
| 28 August 2024 | 07:45 am - 04:00 pm | 9 | $280.00 |
Course Details
Language, Literacy and Numeracy Requirements
For the Fire Warden and Firefighting Equipment Course, trainees must have adequate English language skills to safely complete tasks relating to emergency management, such as being able to:
- Read and correctly interpret workplace procedures
- Complete paperwork relevant to emergencies
- Speak English clearly in order to explain, describe and verify sometimes complex needs and issues
If a trainee is concerned that they may not have the capability to complete the Fire Warden and Chief Fire Warden Course requirements described above, please contact WAM Training on 1800 143 343 for advice.
Will we actually put out fires during the course?
Yes! Practical training and assessment involves the use of fire extinguishers to extinguish real fires.
What is the Fire Warden and Firefighting Equipment Course outcome?
Once competence is achieved, trainees will receive a Statement of Attainment.
Additional Fire Warden and Firefighting Equipment Course Information
- A maximum of 12 trainees can attend this course
- Trainees should wear safety shoes (and hi-vis clothing if they can)
- For identification, trainees should bring a driver’s licence or passport
- This course is delivered over one day face-to-face with a blend of classroom-based and practical activities
- Trainees are expected to have read the Course Handbook prior to attendance which will be provided upon making a booking
What does the Fire Warden and Firefighting Equipment Course assessment involve?
- Trainees will be assessed using a short-answer test completed in the classroom and a practical assessment involving simulated emergencies and the use of water fire extinguishers to and fire blankets to extinguish actual fires
- Verbal assessments will not be conducted for this course (please refer to the Language, Literacy and Numeracy requirements outlined above)
If you have any questions about our Fire Warden and Chief Fire Warden Course, please contact WAM Training on 1800 143 343.
How often is refresher training required?
To comply with Australian Standard AS3745 Planning for emergencies in facilities, you should re-complete this course every 2 years.
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