Hazardous Materials

HAZMAT

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$1680*

Course cost

2 days

Course duration

*No GST Applicable. Prices may vary based on delivery location.

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Course Overview

Learn to respond safely to hazardous materials incidents with the HAZMAT (Hazardous Materials). Delivered at ERGT Australia, this training equips you with practical skills to manage hazards and use personal protective equipment effectively.

This 2-day HAZMAT (Hazardous Materials) course provides workers with the skills and confidence to manage hazardous materials incidents safely and effectively. It is essential for emergency response team members and personnel working in high-risk environments where chemical or hazardous substance incidents may occur.

Delivered at ERGT Australia, this course aligns with the nationally recognised units of competancy PUAFIR324 Render hazardous materials incidents safe and PUAFIR308 Employ personal protection at a hazardous materials incident . Over the duration of the course, learners will engage in hands-on exercises, simulations, and practical scenarios to develop teamwork, decision-making, and technical response skills.

Training Standard Prerequisite: Learners must hold PUAFIR207 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit prior to course commencement. Learners must also meet physical requirements and basic medical standards for safety.

On successful demonstration of all the required performance criteria learners will be issued with a Statement of Attainment in:
PUAFIR308 Employ personal protection at a hazardous materials incident
PUAFIR324 Render hazardous materials incidents safe
Principles of hazard control and incident safety
Personal protective equipment selection, use, and maintenance
Emergency response planning and teamwork
Practical scenarios and hands-on simulations
Incident reporting, communication, and post-incident evaluation

This course is delivered through a blend of:

Facilitator-led classroom sessions to introduce hazardous materials concepts, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Hands-on practical exercises with chemical handling and containment techniques in a controlled environment.

Scenario-based simulations replicating workplace hazardous materials incidents to develop teamwork, decision-making, and technical response skills.

Performance-based assessments to confirm competence in managing hazardous materials incidents safely and effectively.
This 2-day HAZMAT (Hazardous Materials) course is designed for learners working in high-risk industries including oil and gas, resources, maritime, and industrial operations, who may be required to respond to hazardous materials incidents. It is suitable for emergency response team members, safety officers, and operational personnel responsible for workplace safety.

Training Standard Prerequisite: Learners must hold PUAFIR207 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit prior to course commencement.

The course is delivered at ERGT Australia and supports the nationally recognised outcomes PUAFIR324 Render hazardous materials incidents safe and PUAFIR308 Employ personal protection at a hazardous materials incident.

Learners must be physically capable of safely engaging in hands-on exercises, simulations, and emergency response scenarios.

Learners must have basic Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital (LLND) skills to understand safety procedures and complete assessments Learners must be able to access and navigate a digital device to log in and access the course materials. Support for leaners is available on request. More information is available on our website.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
Select, don and test personal protective clothing and equipment
Work in area of operation
Complete operations
Recognise a hazardous materials incident
Identify and assess hazards
Assist with the development of a plan for mitigation of HAZMAT incident
Assist with the implementation of plan for mitigation of a HAZMAT incident
Assist with the review of plan

Prerequisites

Trainees must provide evidence of the following prerequisites to ERGT for verification before the course begins:

PUAFIR207 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit

Government issued photo identification
Protective Clothing & Footwear – For courses with practical components, overalls/long pants and safety boots must be worn. If you don’t have your own, ERGT can provide these for you on the day.
Please bring a change of clean clothing, you will be required to shower and change after your internal training.
Unique Student Identifier (USI):
You are enrolling in a Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) course.
A Unique Student Identifier (USI) must be provided and verified for NRT. Please refer to http://www.usi.gov.au to create a USI. It is strongly recommended that you grant ERGT permission to access your USI transcript to assist with verification.
ERGT is prohibited by law to issue a Statement of Attainment without a verified USI.
A USI must be provided and verified within 30 days of course completion otherwise an alternative non NRT certificate will be issued.
Health & Fitness:
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.
Respiratory Standards:
Under respiratory standard AS/NZS 1715 Appendix B: Facial Seal of Respirators must be adhered to. You must be clean shaven to achieve an effective seal. If you’re unsure about this requirement, contact ERGT before your course.

What to expect

Free Parking at all ERGT facilities
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Any additional PPE required for your course will be supplied by ERGT on the day.
Lunch for Full-Day Courses – Lunch is provided. Please let us know at least 24 hours in advance if you have any allergies or specific dietary requirements.
Showers & Change Facilities
Alcohol, illicit drugs
Smoking outside the designated smoking area
Singlets, shorts, clothing displaying offensive slogans/images, open toed shoes, high heels