First Response To Fire Perth · Melbourne · Darwin
Identify, Assess and Control Workplace Emergency Situations
This course develops the skills and knowledge required for individuals to undertake a first response to fire incidents in onshore and offshore environments. It is designed for those
working, operating, or regularly traveling to hydrocarbon, petrochemical, or major hazard facilities, including but not limited to:
- Factories and production plants
- Onshore and offshore rigs/installations
- Island-based facilities
- Floating production vessels or platforms
- Onshore production, processing, pipeline systems, and storage facilities
- Pipeline easements
- Maintenance bases
The course focuses on initial fire response, which involves containing or extinguishing minor fires or managing larger fires to prevent escalation until additional responders arrive. It does
not cover aggressive fire-fighting techniques. This response may include working individually or as part of a team in collaboration with shift teams and control room operators. The course
aligns with the requirements of Sections 8 and 9 of the National Standard for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:1014 (2002)] and the National Code of Practice for the
Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:2016 (1996)].
Upon successfully completing the course, participants will gain the skills and knowledge to:
- Identify fire emergencies, evaluate risks, and determine appropriate first response actions.
- Maintain personal safety and use PPE in line with WHS guidelines.
- Select and operate fire-fighting equipment to contain fires safely and effectively.
- Monitor changing fire conditions and report observations.
- Notify appropriate authorities using clear and timely communication.
- Evacuate safely when containment is not possible and secure the emergency area to prevent further harm.
These capabilities ensure participants can respond confidently and effectively to fire emergencies while minimising risks to people, property, and the environment.
Learning Outcomes
The learning outcomes for this Nationally Recognised Training unit MSMWHS212 Undertake first response to fire incidents include:
- Identify fire emergency and raise alarm
- Initiate basic fire responses
- Notify responsible authorities
- Undertake safe evacuation
ERGT Desired Skills and Knowledge
It is recommended, but not mandatory, that each trainee:
- Completes their company induction training before attending the course.
- Possesses skills and knowledge in:
- Workplace emergency response procedures
- Site emergency response structure and mustering procedures
- Organisational hazard identification and reporting
- Risk assessment processes
These foundational skills help trainees recognise common hazards and potential risks in high-risk workplaces, as well as understand the application of standard emergency response
procedures.
Medical and Health Standards
A medical certificate is not required for this course, however a health questionnaire and declaration of fitness will be required at course registration. Please contact ERGT for any concerns regarding completion of practical training and assessment requirements and to discuss options for reasonable adjustments.
Additional Requirements
Government-issued photo identification and valid USI are required for course registration
Structure & Assessment
This course is delivered through classroom presentations, group discussions, and practical demonstrations and exercises. Trainees will demonstrate their competence through written and practical assessment. During the practical assessment competency will be demonstrated over a range of emergencies that could be expected in the workplace using initial response equipment.
Skills Maintenance
In alignment with industry expectations and to ensure ongoing competence and capability ERGT recommends skills maintenance be conducted every 2 years.
Authority / Regulator
Nationally Recognised Training is regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA), which is the national regulator for Australia’s vocational education and training sector.
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