Lead Emergency Teams

LET

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$3140*

Course cost

3 days

Course duration

10 Dec

Perth Safety Training Centre

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

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Course Overview

Learn to lead emergency teams in high-risk environments. This course is best suited to learners with operational or emergency response experience who are ready to take on a leadership role.

The Lead Emergency Teams course is designed for learners who may be required to take charge during workplace emergencies in the Oil and Gas, Resources, or Maritime Sectors. Delivered at ERGT Australia’s training centres, this 3-day course develops the confidence and skills needed to lead others effectively under pressure.

There are no formal training standard prerequisites for this course; however it is recommended that learners have knowledge and experience of Breathing Apparatus and Fire Control and Emergency Rescue prior to commencing is beneficial by not necessary. Learners must be physically fit to safely undertake practical emergency response activities.

Upon successful completion learners will be issued with a Statement of Attainment in:
PMAWHS311 Lead emergency teams
Emergency team leadership roles and responsibilities
Scene assessment and dynamic risk management
Rescue coordination techniques
Containment strategies for various emergency types
Emergency communication and decision-making under pressure
Hands-on simulations in purpose-built emergency training environments

This course is delivered through a blend of:

Facilitator-led classroom sessions covering leadership, incident management, and emergency response planning.

Hands-on practical training in coordinating emergency teams and managing resources during simulated incidents.

Scenario-based exercises replicating real workplace emergencies to practice decision-making, team leadership, and communication under pressure.

Performance-based assessments to confirm competence in leading emergency teams, managing incident response, and applying workplace safety protocols.
The Lead Emergency Teams course is designed for workers in high-risk industries such as Oil and Gas, Resources, and Maritime who may be required to lead a team during emergency situations. This training is suited to individuals with operational or emergency response experience who are ready to take on a leadership role.

Delivered at ERGT Australia’s this course is suitable for learners who meet the physical requirements of emergency response activities (e.g., working in PPE, participating in active 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:
Assess the nature and extent of the emergency
Effect rescue of personnel at risk
Confine the spread of emergency

Prerequisites

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.
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.

Training Pre-requisites:
There are no pre-requisites from the training standard for this course.
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