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Tasmania Fire Service

Training Services

Version 5.02005

Effective Date: 1 December 2004 Version 5.0Review Date: November 2005

Index to courses Page NoFIREFIGHTER- CORE UNITSBasic Skills Induction (Basic Firefighting) 9Prevent Injury 11Prepare, Maintain & Test Response Equipment 12Operate Communication Systems & Equipment 13Respond to Wildfire 14Operate Pumps 15Navigate in Urban & Rural Environments 16

ELECTIVE UNITSRespond to Isolated/Remote Structure Fire 18Respond to Urban Fire 19Operate Breathing Apparatus 20Provide Emergency Care 22Trim & Crosscut Felled Trees 23Train Small Groups 24Administer Oxygen in an Emergency Situation 25Drive Vehicles Under Operational Conditions 26Introduction to Hazmat 28

BRIGADE OFFICER & LEADING FIREFIGHTER

CORE & ELECTIVE UNITSLead, Manage & Develop Teams 30Introduction to Incident Control System 31Supervise Response 32Suppress Wildfire 34Suppress Urban Fire 35Conduct Prescribed Burning 36Protect & Preserve Incident Scene 37

COMPETENCY MAINTENANCEOperate Breathing Apparatus Refresher 39Provide Emergency Care Refresher 40Administer Oxygen in an Emergency Situation Refresher 41

APPENDIX

Facial Seal of Respirators 42

Note: Other training is available (not listed here) upon request through District staff. Your District Officer will also identify training that they believe is appropriate and needed for Brigades and arrange it for you.


Your Brigade Chief/First Officer is responsible for your training, however; training for volunteer firefighters is delivered in a variety of ways. This book provides information about the courses available to you. Some of these courses may be run locally. It is then the responsibility of your District Officer or Volunteer Training Instructor to inform you of times, venues, meals etc.

This guide will be updated regularly and amendments distributed from time to time. Please take the time to familiarise yourself with its layout and contents.

Training Services Course Guidelines

Age requirement:All participants must be at least 17 years of age, unless individual courses state otherwise. Junior and Cadet members may be able to participate in certain courses at the discretion of Training Services. Arrangements should be made through the Junior/Cadets co-ordinator. At no time will Juniors/Cadets displace an adult member from attending a course.

Travel Arrangements:Participants using their own transport are entitled to mileage reimbursement through their District. The Training Officer conducting the course will provide the appropriate forms. If more than one participant is coming from the same area it is preferred to make reimbursement for one vehicle only, therefore, please ensure co-operation between participants travelling together, or utilise brigade or group vehicles.

Venues:Your District Officer will inform you of the venue for each course that has been programmed.

Accommodation:Some courses are conducted for periods longer than one day. Participants will be notified of arrangements before the course dates if overnight accommodation is to be supplied. If overnight accommodation is required, please contact your District Officer.

Non-Attendance:Once nominated for a course you are expected to fulfil that commitment, not to do so causes a great deal of difficulty for many people. Often we have to plan these training activities for you months in advance. If you really are unable to attend, it is a must that you contact your District Officer or Training Services as soon as possible. At least one weeks notice is needed for Training Services to arrange a replacement for your position on the course.

Maximum Numbers and Pre-requisites:Where maximum numbers and/or pre-requisites are specified they will be strictly adhered to, unless prior agreement has been made with Training Services.


Attendance Information:Courses are often conducted over one or two days or evenings. Although day courses have been mostly conducted on weekends, all courses are available on weekdays upon request.

Evening Courses:Course Times: Courses always start at 7pm sharp and finish around 10pm unless otherwise stated or arranged in advance.

This is the case for both evenings if the course is conducted over two nights.

Dress: Neat casual clothing or clean fire service work dress.

Full Day Courses:Course Times: Courses always start at 8.30am and finish around 5pm unless otherwise stated or arranged in advance.

Dress: Neat casual clothing or clean fire service work dress.

On no account should synthetic clothing be worn.

You should also bring with you: -- Appropriate PPE for course attending- Vegetation PPE – coat, trousers, boots, helmet, goggles, gloves.- Structural PPE – coat, trousers, boots, helmet, gloves- Towel (shower facilities may be available).Note: Refer to the Tasmania Fire Service Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Guidelines.

Duration of Courses:Times are a guide and training may be extended to enable successful completion to required assessment level.

Meals:Morning, afternoon tea and lunch will be provided for day courses.If you have any special dietary requirements please notify Training Services at least one week prior to the course date.

Facial Hair Breathing Apparatus users:For safety reasons the Standards Association of Australia has recommended facial hair guidelines. The Tasmania Fire Service has adopted and will enforce this Standard (See AS/NZS 1715:1994 Appendix A – Page 42).

Standard Operating Procedures:All trainers will ensure compliance with relevant Standard Operating Procedures.


Assessment of Accredited Courses:Arrangement can be made for assessment to be conducted verbally upon request.

Because of the nature of some of the courses, training and assessment may be on-going in order to give the candidates time to practice newly acquired skills.

Initial assessment will be conducted during the course through either written and/or practical demonstration. The collection of evidence over a period of time under a range of conditions that determines competence in a unit is recorded in a Skills Development Record Book. This booklet is issued to each person at the end of the formal training course. The period of time for gathering evidence should not exceed 6 months. If you are having difficulty gathering enough evidence during that period an extension may be granted by Training Services. Evidence or record of skills practiced must be obtained after the course and cannot be backdated.

Evidence gathered must be sufficient, valid, reliable and demonstrate consistency of performance.

Appeals Procedure:Course participants who wish to appeal against an assessment conducted are requested in the first instance to discuss the issue with the course trainers/assessors. If not resolved a formal appeal can be made as detailed in the “Training and Assessment Appeals Process” documented in the TFS Training Code of Practice

Recognition:Volunteer firefighters who believe they have relevant prior learning for course may apply formally for recognition. This process is detailed in the “TFS Recognition Policy and Procedures” document. With a recognition application, the onus is on the applicant to demonstrate competence against the performance criteria of a unit of competence.

Recognition of Current Competence of new lateral entry firefighters from other agencies can be arranged by contacting your District Officer.


Public Safety Courses‘Training’ once meant listening to your teacher, studying a set curriculum, working studiously, passing exams and eventually (hopefully) getting a qualification to prove it. The reality is that Australians become work competent in an amazing variety of ways, lots of them not involving formal training at all. Training Packages recognise this, by putting the emphasis on ‘what you can do’, not on ‘how you learned to do it’ (ANTA 1998).

The Public Safety Training Package has been developed through extensive consultation with personnel from Public Safety organisations in each state and territory. While it has the same layout as Training Packages for other industries, it provides specific information about the skills and knowledge necessary for safe, effective and efficient operations within the Public Safety industry.

The Public Safety Training Package:

- includes the competency standards that people working in Public Safety organisations have identified to describe the key features of the work that they do, the performance expected and any underpinning knowledge and skills needed.

- identifies the group of competencies required for nationally recognised qualifications ranging from entry level to management in the Public Safety industry.

- provides guidelines for assessing a person’s competence to ensure consistency and credibility in the assessment process.

- provides a range of other material to support organisations and participants in the delivery of quality training and assessment.

Competency Maintenance Having been assessed as competent and acquired a qualification, you must now demonstrate that you can maintain that qualification by consistently and competently performing the skills at any time in your work place under any conditions i.e. training exercises or operational incidents.

This is called Competency Maintenance and it is simply your supervisor recording that you have competently carried out a task or tasks in your workplace. There will no longer be a “shelf life” on courses, as long as you are able to demonstrate consistent and competent performance you will have your qualification. Some courses/skills are determined to be of a high risk low use nature. Therefore refresher training is offered for breathing apparatus, oxygen therapy & resuscitation and emergency care to ensure quality competency maintenance is maintained.

The evidence gathered to show consistent and competent performance must be sufficient, valid and reliable. It will be randomly checked by District Staff or Training Services.

You will be provided with a competency maintenance log book for recording the information and it will not be an onerous task or another big impost on your time, what it will do is ensure that you have adequately trained personnel who can consistently perform their tasks under any conditions. This will result in safer and more effective fireground operations.

The big advantage of this is that the Brigade officers have a major say in determining the on going competency of their personnel.


Functions of a FirefighterThe role of a firefighter may involve the person working under the following conditions; the content of some training courses may reflect these conditions.

- Operate both as a member of a team and independently.

- Outside exposed to the elements.

- Extreme fluctuations in temperatures.

- Slippery, potentially hazardous surfaces such as roofs or on ladders.

- Poor visibility, limited mobility, at heights and in enclosed and confined spaces.

- Use manual/power tools in the performance of these duties.

- Wear personal protective equipment that weighs approx. 20kgs while performing these tasks.

It is an inherent requirement of the role that the individual can perform their duties without placing themselves or their workmates at risk due to a medical or physical condition.

All trainers will ensure compliance with relevant SOP’s.

Further information on course content refer to the individual course instructions.

The following are courses that provide the skills generally needed in Brigades.

Brigade Chiefs/First Officers need to ensure that sufficient numbers of appropriately skilled personnel exist in their Brigade to adequately address the fire risk (i.e. predominantly bush or structural) in their area at all times. This does not mean everybody needs to be trained in everything, rather that an adequate skills mix exist to ensure a responding crew will be able to efficiently operate brigade appliances and equipment.

The Volunteer Firefighting Skills Matrix is a guide for the Brigade Chief/First Officer to determine the qualifications of the brigade members to reach an adequate skills mix.

For further information, please contact a Training Officer in your Region.

6214 8810

Cambridge

6336 5633

Youngtown

6434 6700

Burnie


Firefighter

Core Units


Basic Skills InductionThis course is not a Public Safety Training Package unit of competence. The subjects taught on this course are included as an induction for firefighting personnel and provide underpinning knowledge for many of the firefighter units.

Aim:To provide brigade recruits with basic skills and knowledge to enable them to work safely at incidents in an active role under supervision.

Nature of Course:Practical and theory sessions delivered at your station by brigade members. The course is conducted over a number of weeks until trainees have completed all the subjects listed in their personal basic firefighting work book. The ‘Basic Skills Induction Manual’ is available at all fire stations or from Training Services and incorporates all learning materials required. If Brigades are unable to facilitate the course assistance can be readily accessed through District staff.

Objectives:- Introduction to the Fire Service- Basic structure & key personnel of the TFS

- Standards of Safety- Outlines safety in the workplace & hazards found on the fireground

- Hose Care and Maintenance - Knowledge and skills to care for and maintain firefighting hoses.

- Hose handling - Competently bowl, roll, couple and safely hold fire hoses

- Extinguishers - To be able to correctly identify and operate selected extinguishers for appropriate fires. Where applicable firefighters may be trained in recharging procedures.

- Knots - Will be able to tie and apply various knots as used in Fire Service.

- Branches and nozzles - Correctly select and operate a range of branches.

- Hydrants & Standpipes - Safe use and maintenance of standpipe.

- Ladders - Safely carry, erect and climb ladders and operate safely from them.

- Hose Drills - Skills required to work efficiently with hose lines.

- Map Reading - Be able to recognise conventional signs, use scale to measure distances accurately, pinpoint positions accurately with a six figure grid reference, and describe the shape of the ground from the contours.

- Radio Procedures- Basic understanding of radio operation

- Fire Service Appliances- Overview of appliance types in the TFS

Duration: Conducted over several evenings, or two full days.

Course Pre-requisites: Nil.

No. required per brigade:All Fire Service personnel should be qualified in this topic. It is a must before undertaking an operational role and the foundation for other training.


No. of Students: Ratio of 1 Instructor to 5 Participants.

Assessment:Written. Short written assessment at the end of each section. (Arrangements can be made for verbal assessment prior to the course).

Practical. Students will be required to demonstrate skills and use of equipment. Explanations may be required of the participants.

Certification: Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

Attendance Instructions:Course times. Courses are arranged and conducted locally as and when required.

Dress: For this course participants should wear neat casual clothing or clean fire service work dress. Boots (high top, lace up bushfire), helmets, gloves (leather riggers type) and probane treated bushfire overalls (1 or 2 piece) are also required.

Course Content:In order to meet the course objectives for Basic Firefighting Training you will be required to:-

- Carry and bowl out coiled hose weighing approx. 17kg.

- Carry and operate various extinguishers weighing up to 9kg.

- Hold a charged hose and operate a branch while delivering water at pressure.

- Carry out hose drills as a member of a crew and as laid down in the Tasmania Fire Service drill book.

- Develop an awareness of fireground procedures and hazards and use this knowledge to operate safely.

- Wear P.P.E. as directed by the instructor.

- Use a rope to haul aloft various items of equipment weighing up to 20kg.

- Carry, erect and climb a ladder.

- Roll up lengths of hose in a “Dutch roll” this involves bending and kneeling.


Prevent Injury PUAFIR201AThis is a nationally recognised unit of competence from the Public Safety Training Package. This is the ‘formal’ induction course into the workplace for all TFS personnel.

Aim:This unit covers the competency associated with the identification, avoidance, review and evaluation of workplace risks and hazards, maintenance of personal safety and the reporting to supervisors and team members.

Nature of Course:Theory session

Objectives:- Hazards-hazard identification procedures are implemented in the workplace

- PPE- selection of correct PPE

- OH&S – understanding of OH&S procedures and responsibilities of employees and employer.

Duration: one evening (3 hours)

Course pre-requisites: Nil

Maximum No. of Students: 16

Assessment: Assessment is conducted at the end of the session.

Certification: Participants who successfully complete the assessment will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to participate in a workplace inspection and present findings as part of a syndicate group.


Prepare, Maintain & Test Response Equipment PUAEQU001A

Aim:This unit covers the competency to inspect, maintain and test a range of equipment that is in use in the TFS

Nature of Course: Theory and practical session

Objectives:Inspect equipment that is stowed on Tasmania Fire Service appliances.

- Test response equipment.

- Clean, maintain and restow equipment.

Duration: One evening (3 hours).

Course pre-requisites: PUAFIR201A Prevent Injury.


Assessment:Assessment is conducted during the course practically and at the end of the session a short theory assessment is conducted.

Certification:Participants who successfully complete the assessment will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:- Identify and explain the use of the response equipment- Test & maintain the equipment (using appropriate cleaning products)- Restow equipment ready for operational use.


Operate Communications Systems & Equipment PUAOPE002A

Aim:This unit covers the competency to transmit and receive communications in routine and operational situations using the organisations communication’s systems and equipment.

Nature of Course: Theory & practical sessions.

Objectives:- SOP’s – Gain an understanding of relevant SOP’s and Acts and Regulations.

- Radio Network – understanding of the TFS network.

- Sending & receiving messages – using radio terminology.

- Safety & maintenance

Duration: One evening (3 hours)

Pre-requisites: Nil


Assessment:The assessment of students is conducted during the course practically, followed by a short theory assessment. There is provision for this assessment to be conducted verbally with an assessor.


Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:

- Turn a radio on, select the correct mode of operation and channel.

- Send and receive a message using correct radio procedure


Respond to Wildfire PUAFIR204AAim:This unit covers competency for responding to a wildfire when working as a member of a team, under direct supervision.Nature of Course:Theory sessions.Objectives:- Access & route selection- discuss factors that determine the best access to a wildfire- Fire Behaviour - Firefighters will be able to list and describe the fuel, weather and

topographical factors that affect fire behaviour.- Fire Weather – Firefighters will be able to describe those weather factors, which significantly

impact, on fire behaviour in Tasmania.- Firefighting Techniques – Firefighters must be able to identify the proper application of direct

and indirect attack, recognising the advantages and disadvantages of each, as well as factors to consider when constructing control lines, undertaking backburning, mopping up and patrolling operations.

- Management Structure- Discuss the key positions in an incident management team- Bushfire Safety - Firefighters will gain a knowledge of safe working practices.- Fire Line Construction – Firefighters must be able to list the procedures necessary for fireline

construction.Duration: Two evenings (6 hours) or one day.

Course Pre-requisites:Basic Skills Induction & PUAFIR201A Prevent Injury.

Maximum No. of Students: 16.

Assessment:Initial assessment is conducted at the end of the course through a written assessment. Final assessment is conducted over a period of time in the workplace by the collection of evidence in a Skills Development Record Book and should be completed within 12 months.Evidence gathered must be sufficient, valid, reliable and demonstrate consistency of performance, either under operational conditions or training exercises etc.

Certification:Participants who successfully complete the initial assessment and provide sufficient evidence in the Skills Development Record Book will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Note:For the control and suppression of vegetation fires you may be required to:- Perform physically demanding work in extremes of temperature and humidity at incidents of

uncertain duration, while wearing PPE that affects body cooling mechanisms.- Work for periods of time requiring sustained physical activity and concentration.- Operate in smoke and conditions of poor visibility.- Assist with carrying equipment weighing up to 35kgs.- Spend extensive time exposed to the elements.


Operate Pumps PUAFIR309A

Aim:This unit covers the competency to operate portable and appliance-mounted pumps at an incident.

Nature of course:Practical and Theory Sessions. The theory covered for pumps is generic. Practical sessions may focus on local appliances.

Objectives:- Pumps – Understand the basic principles of operation of pumps operation.

- Primers – To understand the need for and operation of the various types of primers used in the Fire Service.

- Gauges - To interpret readings and take appropriate action.

- Practical – The individual will be able to provide correct pressure for working hose lines under varying conditions, including relay pumping and foam production.

Duration:Three hours theory followed by one day practical.

Course pre-requisites:Basic skills induction & PUAEQU001A Prepare, Maintain & Test Response Equipment.


Assessment:Initial assessment is conducted at the end of the course through a written assessment. Final assessment is conducted over a period of time in the workplace by the collection of evidence in a Skills Development Record Book and should be completed within 6 months..Evidence gathered must be sufficient, valid, reliable and demonstrate consistency of performance, either under operational conditions or training exercises etc.

Certification:Participants who successfully complete the initial assessment and provide sufficient evidence in the Skill Development Record Book will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:- Carry and bowl out coils of hose weighing up to 17kg.- Control hose and branch while delivering water at pressures.- Assist with carrying pumps and equipment weighing up to 35kg.- Roll up lengths of hose in a “Dutch roll” this involves bending and kneeling.- Wear PPE as directed by the instructor.- Drive various firefighting appliances if licenced.


Navigate in Urban & Rural Environments PUAOPE003A

Aim:This unit covers the competency required to navigate in urban and rural environments.

Nature of Course:Theory & practical sessions

Objectives:- Aim of map reading & reliability of maps

- Map reading skills ( grid references, contours, measuring distance)

- Using street directories

- Travelling to an incident

- Incident and task management

Duration: One evening (3 hours)

Pre-requisites: Nil.


Assessment:Assessment is conducted during the course practically and at the end of the theory presentation a short theory assessment is conducted.



- Locate a position from a grid reference, estimate the distance to the position

- Determine the best route to the selected position

- Using map reading skills navigate to the selected position.


Firefighter

Elective Units


Respond to Isolated/Remote Structure Fire PUAFIR202AAim:This unit covers the competency for responding to an isolated/remote structure fire, when working as a member of a team, under direct supervision.

This competency does not cover firefighting strategies at fires within any structures, nor fires involving dangerous goods and/or hazardous substances.

This course primarily caters for brigades that do not have breathing apparatus.

Nature of course: Theory and practical sessions.

Objectives:- Gaining & acting on information regarding the location of the fire- Selection of appropriate PPE- Preparation of equipment- Fighting the fire safely with regard to hazard identification, safe access, correct suppression

techniques.- Participating in overhaul of the structure & making the incident scene safeDuration: One day practical and theory.

Course pre-requisites: Basic Skills Induction & PUAFIR201A Prevent Injury.


Assessment:Assessment is conducted during the course practically and at the end of the theory presentation a short theory assessment is conducted.


Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:- Carry and bowl out coils of hose weighing up to 17 kg.- Control hose/branch while delivering water at pressure.- Operate a pump safely and correctly- Perform physically demanding tasks while wearing PPE- Spend extensive time outside exposed to the elements.- Assist with carrying equipment weighing up to 35 kg.- Perform tasks in slippery conditions and from elevated positions.- Use manual and power tools to perform tasks.- Assist with making up of equipment after each incident. This could involve bending, kneeling,

stretching, lifting, carrying etc.


Respond to Urban Fire PUAFIR203A

Aim:This unit covers the competency for responding to an urban fire where offensive and defensive strategies are used, when working as a member of a team, under direct supervision.

Nature of course: Theory and practical sessions

Objectives:- Proceed to fire- Prepare extinguishing media and/or equipment for use- Enter the structure- Conduct search and rescue- Combat fires- Observe and react to changes in conditions and fire behaviour- Participate in ancillary operations- Conclude firefighting operationsDuration: Two evening (3 hours) and one day practical.

Venue: Cambridge and Youngtown

Course pre-requisites: Basic Skills Induction / PUAFIR201A Prevent Injury, PUAFIR207A Operate Breathing Apparatus


Assessment: Assessment is conducted during the course practically and at the end of the theory presentation a short theory assessment is conducted.Certification:Participants who successfully complete the assessment will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Course Content:For the control and suppression of structural fires you may be required to:- Rely on senses of sight, hearing, smell and touch to help determine the nature of the incident,

maintain personal and team safety and make critical decisions in a potentially confused, chaotic and life threatening environment for the duration of the incident.

- Tolerate extreme fluctuations of temperature.- Perform physically demanding tasks whilst wearing PPE (that affects body cooling

mechanisms) and breathing apparatus for up to 60 minutes at a time.- Assist with carrying equipment weighing up to 35kg.- Assist with making up of equipment after each incident. This could involve bending, kneeling,

stretching, lifting, carrying etc.


Operate Breathing Apparatus PUAFIR207A

Aim:This unit covers the competency associated with the operation and maintenance of breathing apparatus equipment in an irrespirable atmosphere.

Duration: One day.

Course pre-requisites:- Basic Skills Induction

- PUAFIR201A Prevent Injury

- Participants must have Breathing Apparatus equipment at their brigade for this course to be applicable, or otherwise be approved by their District Officer.

- Age: Participants must over the age of 17 years.

Fitness/Medical: Working while wearing Breathing Apparatus is both mentally and physically demanding, therefore all members are to have passed an approved medical examination, within the previous 12 months, before attending this course. The Medical Form is to be completed and returned to your District Officer prior to the commencement of the course.


Nature of course:Theory and practical.

Objectives:Participants will be able to:-

- Competently wear Breathing Apparatus under simulated conditions.

- Identify the conditions when Breathing Apparatus will be required.

- Identify the main components of a Breathing Apparatus set.

- Correctly operate the set and apply safe operating procedures.

- Carry out after use maintenance.

Assessment:Initial assessment is conducted during the course practically and at the end of the theory presentation a short theory assessment is conducted. Final assessment is conducted over a period of time in the workplace by the collection of evidence in a Skills Development Record Book and should be completed within 6 months.Evidence gathered must be sufficient, valid, reliable and demonstrate consistency of performance either under operational conditions or training exercises.



Competency Maintenance: Evidence of competency maintenance is required otherwise refresher training is required as per the TFS BA Policy.


- Wear Breathing Apparatus weighing up to 18kgs and appropriate PPE in environments of poor visibility and limited mobility or simulated fire conditions for up to 60 minutes at a time.

- Operate as a member of a team and maintain personal and team safety.

- Tolerate fluctuations in temperature.

- Perform physically demanding tasks wearing PPE that significantly impairs body cooling mechanisms for up to 35 minutes at a time.

- May involve bending, kneeling, crawling in confined space, stretching, lifting, carrying etc.

Facial Hair:For safety reasons the Standards Association of Australia has recommended facial hair guidelines. The Tasmania Fire Service has adopted and will enforce this Standard (See AS/NZS 1715:1994 Appendix A Page 42).


Provide Emergency Care PUAEME001AThis course is recognised by Workplace Standards as equivalent to a Workplace Level 1 first aid qualification.

Aim:This unit covers the competency to provide emergency care pending the arrival of appropriately qualified personnel.

Nature of Course:Theory and practical sessions

Objectives:- Universal precautions.- DRABC.- Bleeding and shock.- Fracture management/Sprains & Strains- Burns.

- Eye injuries- Hypo/Hyperthermia.- Expired Air Resuscitation- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation.- Bites & Stings.

Duration: Two evenings (7 hours) or one day.

Course Pre-requisites: PUAFIR201A Prevent Injury.


Assessment:Initial assessment is conducted during the course practically and at the end of the theory presentation a short theory assessment is conducted. Final assessment is conducted over a period of time in the workplace by the collection of evidence in a Skills Development Record Book and should be completed within 6 months.

Evidence gathered must be sufficient, valid, reliable and demonstrate consistency of performance either under operational conditions or training exercises.


Competency Maintenance: Evidence of competency maintenance is required otherwise refresher training is required after 2 years.

Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:- Perform EAR and CPR on a manniken on the floor/ground. This will require you to kneel down.- Wear latex gloves during all practical sessions.- Treat simulated injuries in environments where visibility and mobility are restricted.- Play the role of a casualty in a simulated incident and be treated by other course participants.

Note: To use First Aid operationally you may be exposed to infectious diseases or grotesque sights and smells associated with major trauma and burn casualties.Effective Date: 1 December 2004 Version 5.0Review Date: November 2005

Trim and Cross Cut Felled Trees(non commercial/non production) FPIFGM069A

Aim:This unit covers the competencies required to move or remove a fallen tree which may either pose an inconvenience or a hazard.

Nature of course:Practical and theory.

Objectives:Aimed at promoting safe use and include:- Pre-cut preparation.- Start-up procedures.- Chainsaw application.

- Trimming techniques.- Daily maintenance.

Duration: 1 day or 1 evening and ½ day

Course pre-requisites:Basic Skills Induction

PUAFIR201A Prevent Injury


Assessment:A theory assessment is conducted prior to the practical session. The practical component is assessed during the day by practical demonstration. Candidates must demonstrate competency and consistency of performance. Final assessment can be conducted after further practice, if required.


Competency Maintenance: Evidence of skills maintenance is required, competency maintenance courses are available on request.

Limitation:This qualification does not qualify anyone to fall trees under any circumstances.

Note:Because of the practical nature of the course, it is subject to the vagaries of the weather and may have to be deferred if the venue is too wet.

Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:- While wearing PPE as outlined in the SOP, Chainsaw Operation, start and operate a chainsaw

weighing up to 9kg which may or may not have a decompression device to aid starting.- Use the saw in a field environment undertaking cuts as directed by the instructor.- Carry out the after use maintenance of the saw and associated equipment.


Train Small Groups BSZ404A

Aim:This unit covers the requirements for planning, delivering and reviewing training for the purposes of developing competency on a one-to-one or small group basis.

Nature of Course:Theory sessions plus short presentation delivery to peers.

Objectives:- Prepare for training

- Deliver training

- Provide opportunities for practices

- Review training

Duration: 2 days.

Course pre-requisites: Nil


Assessment:Initial assessment is conducted during the course though written and practical demonstration. Final assessment is conducted within a three month period. This will involve an assessor assessing the workplace presentation.


Course Content: In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:

- Prepare a venue and a lesson plan for a presentation.

- Confirm the lesson objectives by providing suitable practice opportunities.


Administer Oxygen in an Emergency Situation PUAEME003AAim:This unit covers competency in advanced techniques for management of the administration of oxygen and ventilation of lungs in line with the requirements of the Australian Resuscitation Council and State and Territory regulatory bodies.

Nature of course:Theory and practical sessions.

Objectives:- Patient assessment & care.- Operation of oxygen equipment.- Oxygen administration techniques.- Application of oxygen equipment for IPPV, CPR, suction and therapy.- Oropharangeal airway use.- Care and maintenance of equipment.Duration: Three hours.

Course pre-requisites:PUAEME001A Provide Emergency Care.





Competency Maintenance: Evidence of competency maintenance is required otherwise refresher training is required after 12 months.

Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:- Insert an oropharangeal airway into a live, simulated casualty.- Administer Oxygen Therapy Resuscitation/IPPV/CPR to simulated casualties and mannequins.

Kneeling will be required.- Wear latex gloves for all practical scenarios.- Play the role of a casualty in simulated incidents.Note:When using Oxygen operationally you may be exposed to infectious diseases. You may be exposed to grotesque sights or smells associated with major trauma and burn casualties.


Drive Vehicles Under Operational Conditions PUAVEH001A

Aim:This unit covers the competency to drive vehicles safely and effectively by the management of situations encountered under operational conditions.

Nature of course:Theory and practical.

Objectives:- Attitude and responsibilities of drivers.

- Knowledge of the vehicle

- Driving techniques in 2 WD and 4WD vehicles.

- Front and rear protection guards

- Free wheeling hubs.

- Tyres.

- Engine and drive train components.

Duration: Two days. (1 day on road, 1 day off road incorporating theoretical and practical sessions).

Course pre-requisites:Appropriate current licence (must be produced at the start of the course). Participants should have at least 2 years experience driving a vehicle with a manual gearbox.

Basic Induction Skills

Due to the nature of this course, participants will be required to have a 0.00% blood alcohol reading whilst attending.







- Perform all the pre-drive checks on various fire service vehicles.

- Drive the class of vehicle for which you are licensed both on and off-road for up to 1 hour at a time.

- The vehicles may or may not have power steering or synchromesh gearbox.

Additional Information:Licence Requirements: Candidates must hold a current driver’s licence for the class of vehicle they are driving on this course and it must be produced at the start of practical part of the course. Persons failing to provide a licence will not be permitted to drive any TFS vehicles on the course until such licence is produced.

On the second day of the course, participants will be required to bring full bushfire PPE due to the nature of this day.

Note:Because of the practical nature of the off road component, it is subject to the vagaries of the weather and may have to be deferred if the venue is too wet.

Recommendation: where possible, participants should have a minimum of two years driving experience in a manual vehicle prior to attending.


Introduction to Hazardous MaterialsThis course is recognised only within the TFS

Aim:To provide brigade members with basic knowledge of hazmat incident procedures.

Nature of course:Theory Session with syndicate activities.

Objectives:- Methods of identifying a hazardous material.

- Classes of dangerous goods.

- Hazchem code/panel.

- HAG forms.

- Roles of brigades/personnel.

- Approaching incidents.

- Requesting assistance.

- Regional resources.

Duration: Three hours.

Course pre-requisites:Basic Skills Induction


Assessment: Written theory assessment.

Note: In order to meet the objectives, this course cannot be verbally assessed.

Certification:Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance.

Competency Maintenance:In order to maintain skills/knowledge in this subject it is recommended that a refresher course be organised through your district staff at least every 3 years.


Brigade Officer & Leading Firefighter

Core and Elective Units


Lead, Manage and Develop Teams PUATEA003AThis course has been developed to assist brigade officers to develop the knowledge and skills relevant to managing a brigade.

Aim:This unit covers competency in achieving organisational objectives and effective working relationships through managing and developing individuals and teams.

Nature of course: The course consists of theory sessions, group discussions and syndicate work.

Objectives:The participants will be aware and have gained an understanding of:-

- Fire Service structure and support services.

- The role and responsibilities of a brigade officer.

- Fire Service Act, Regulations, and chain of command.

- Human resource management.

- How to develop brigade training plans and access to training.

- Management functions (Regional, District Officers, Fire Management Area Committees).

- Liaison with other agencies.

Duration: Two days.

Course pre-requisites:Participants must be brigade officers or firefighters with a minimum of 2 years experience and have been nominated to attend the course by their Brigade Chief or First Officer.

Maximum No. of Students: 16 – 20 (depending on venue).

Assessment:

Post-course assignment with further evidence being collected in a Skills Development Record Book and should be completed within 6 months

Certification:Participants who successfully complete the course and post course assignment providing sufficient evidence in a Skills Development Record Book will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Note:This course requires a high degree of sustained mental activity and concentration.


Introduction to Incident Control System

Aim:To provide Brigade Officers/Leading Firefighters with an awareness of the structure and terminology associated with the Incident Control System and the part they will play in it.

Nature of course:Theory Sessions.

Objectives:- Establishing an ICS structure

- Describe the Incident Control System

- Interaction with other Agencies

- Span of Control.

Duration: one evening (3 hours).

Course pre-requisites:

Hold the rank of Brigade Officer/Leading Firefighter or firefighters with a minimum of 2 years experience and have been nominated by their Brigade Chief/First Officer.


Assessment:Written theory assessment. (Arrangements can be made for verbal assessment prior to the course).

Certification:

Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a Certificate of Attendance.


Supervise Response PUAOPE003A

Aim:This unit covers the competency to supervise a response by a small team to incidents. The unit includes the competency to proceed to the incident, assess the incident and plan and implement an operational response and post-response activities.

Nature of course:The course consists of theory and practical sessions which are scenario based and are critiqued using a standard checklist.

Objectives:To ensure crew leaders are able to appropriately address the following issues during incidents.

The following points are reviewed after practical exercises:

- Radio Messages on Response/Arrival

- Resource Requests

- Appliance Positioning

- Initial Size-up

- Strategy Offensive/Defensive

- Elimination of Dangers

- Application of RECEO Principles

- SOP’s

- Patient Care

- Water Supplies- Crew Deployment/Fireground layout- Incident Command- Continual Size-Up/Information Gathering- Use of Additional Resources/Liaison- Equipment/Tools Used- Word Back-Situation Report- Security/Investigation- Crew Safety Welfare

Duration: Two days.

Course pre-requisites:PUAFIR302A Suppress Urban Fire or PUAFIR303A Suppress WildfireIntroduction to HazmatIntroduction to Incident Control System

Participants must be Brigade Officers or Leading Firefighters.


Assessment:Initial assessment is conducted during the course practically and at the end of the theory presentation a short theory assessment is conducted. Final assessment is conducted over a period of time in the workplace by the collection of evidence is recorded in a Skills Development Record Book and should be completed within 6 months.


A final assessment day can be arranged upon request.



Course Content:This course involves a high degree of mental activity, decision making and reacting to sudden changes in situations for the duration of each incident, which can run for up to 60 minutes.

The second day of this course offers opportunity for any brigade member to attend the training venue as part of a crew. This will enable gathering of skills evidence/competency for persons undergoing skills evidence.Note. Two crews are required to facilitate this course and are arranged by District staff and Training Services.

Participating crews will be required to:

- Carry and bowl out coils of hose weighing up to 17kg.

- Control hose/branch while delivering water at pressure.

- Operate a pump correctly and safely.

- Perform physically demanding tasks while wearing PPE and Breathing Apparatus for up to 35 minutes.

- Spend extensive time outside exposed to the elements.

- Assist with carrying equipment weighing up to 35 kg.

- Drive various firefighting appliances if licenced.

- Perform tasks in slippery conditions and from elevated positions.

- Use manual and power tools to perform duties.

- Assist with making up equipment after each incident. This will involve bending, kneeling, stretching, lifting, carrying etc.

- Operate in environments of poor visibility and limited mobility.


Suppress Wildfire PUAFIR303A

Aim:This unit covers competency while working as a member of a team when suppressing a wildfire and is often undertaken without direct supervision.

Nature of Course:Theory sessions

Objectives:- Receive details of wildfire

- Prepare to respond

- Proceed to fire

- Protect people

- Combat wildfire

- Conduct mop-up and patrol activities

- Recover and maintain equipment

Duration: two evenings or one day.

Course pre-requisites:PUAFIR204A Respond to Wildfire


Assessment:Initial assessment is conducted during the course practically and at the end of the theory presentation a short theory assessment is conducted. Final assessment is conducted by the completion of a post course assignment.



Course Content:For the control and suppression of vegetation fires you may be required to:- Perform physically demanding work in extremes of temperature and humidity at incidents of

uncertain duration, while wearing PPE that affects body cooling mechanisms.- Work for periods of time requiring sustained physical activity and concentration.- Operate in smoke and conditions of poor visibility.- Assist with carrying equipment weighing up to 35kgs.- Spend extensive time exposed to the elements.- Operate 4 WD vehicles, pumps & use hand tools


Suppress Urban Fire PUAFIR302AAim:This unit covers competency while working as a member of a team when suppressing an urban fire under limited supervision.

Nature of Course:Theory and practical sessions.

Objectives:- Initiate response to fire.- Determine extinguishing media and equipment.- Determine structural fire behaviour.- Protect people.- Attack fire.- Ventilate structure.- Observe and react to fire conditions.- Undertake ancillary firefighting operations.- Complete operations.Duration: one evening for theory component plus one day for practical component.

Course pre-requisites:PUAFIR203A Respond to Urban Fire


Assessment:Initial assessment is conducted during the course practically and at the end of the theory presentation a short theory assessment is conducted. Final assessment is conducted over a period of time in the workplace by the collection of evidence is recorded in a Skills Development Record Book and should be completed within 6 months.



Course Content:For the control and suppression of structural fires you may be required to:- Rely on senses of sight, hearing, smell and touch to help determine the nature of the incident,

maintain personal and team safety and make critical decisions in a potentially confused, chaotic and life threatening environment for the duration of the incident.

- Implement decisions during the incident.- Tolerate extreme fluctuations of temperature.- Perform physically demanding tasks whilst wearing PPE (that affects body cooling

mechanisms) and breathing apparatus for up to 35 minutes at a time.- Work in environments where sustaining traumatic or thermal injuries is possible.- Be exposed to grotesque sights and smells associated with trauma or burns casualties.


Conduct Prescribed Burning PUAFIR408A

Aim:This unit covers the competency for planning and conducting a prescribed burn on small acreage.

Nature of Course:Theory session and syndicate discussions.

Objective:Theory session includes:

- Planning (includes completing a Prescribed Burn Checklist)

- Legislation

- Assessment of the burn area

- Estimation of fuel loads and fuel moisture content

- Weather

- Briefing points

- Lighting plan

- Monitoring the burn

- Post burn activities


Course pre-requisites:PUAFIR303A Suppress Wildfire


Assessment:Short theory assessment at the end of the presentation. Final assessment requires the completion of a burn plan and conduct of the burn. The plan is to be endorsed by an officer and returned to Training Services.

Certification:Participants who successfully complete the theory and practical assessments will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Course Content:To meet the objectives of the course you will be required to:- Liaise with a landowner/occupier of the burn area.- Carry out pre burn assessment- Organise and brief crews- Monitor burn and modify plan as appropriate- Conduct post burn activities.


Protect and Preserve Incident Scene PUALAW001A

Aim:This unit covers the competency required, on arrival at the scene of an accident or incident, to conduct initial assessment, take action to maintain public safety and preserve the scene and note and record details and information.

Nature of Course:Theory presentation

Objective:- Secure and preserve scene

- Record and report details of incident scene


Course pre-requisites: PUAFIR201A Prevent Injury


Assessment:Assessment is conducted at the end of the course through a written assessment. Certification:Participants who successfully complete the assessment will receive a Statement of Attainment.

Course Content:

In order to meet the objectives you will be required to participate in an exercise or real incident and carry out the following:

- Ensure crew and public safety

- Record details of incident using field notes proforma.

- Ensure scene integrity is not compromised.

- Witness details are recorded.

- Handover to appropriate personnel is conducted


Competency Maintenance


Refresher - Operate Breathing ApparatusBreathing Apparatus Refresher courses will continue to be delivered to participants qualified in Breathing Apparatus as per Breathing Apparatus procedures document.

Aim:To ensure firefighters maintain breathing apparatus knowledge and skills.

Nature of course:Practical Sessions.

(All students are to provide personal protective equipment suitable for structural firefighting, as per SOP’s).

Objectives:Confirm participants are able to:-- Competently wear Breathing Apparatus under simulated conditions.- Identify the conditions when Breathing Apparatus will be required.- Identify the main components of a Breathing Apparatus set.- Correctly operate the set and identify safe operating procedures.- Carry out after use maintenance.

Duration: 3 hours.

Course pre-requisites:Successfully completed PUAFIR207A Operate Breathing Apparatus

Provide evidence of skills maintenance for the past 12 months.


Assessment:Assessment is conducted during the course through written and practical demonstration. (arrangements can made for verbal assessment).

Certification:Participants who are deemed currently competent will have their details recorded in a central database.

Competency Maintenance: Evidence of skills maintenance required, otherwise refresher training as per TFS BA Policy.

Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:- Wear Breathing Apparatus weighing up to 18kgs and appropriate PPE in environments of poor

visibility and limited mobility or simulated fire conditions for up to 35 minutes at a time.- Operate as a member of a team and maintain personal and team safety.- Tolerate fluctuations in temperature.- Perform physically demanding tasks wearing PPE that significantly impairs body cooling

mechanisms.- May involve bending, kneeling, crawling in confined space, stretching, lifting, carrying etc.


Refresher - Provide Emergency Care PUAEME001A

Aim:To ensure that firefighters maintain basic life support knowledge and skills to perform CPR, EAR, burns treatment and control of bleeding.

Nature of course: Theory and practical sessions including CPR practice and accident scenarios.

Objectives:Confirm participants are able to maintain an operational knowledge of:-

- Universal precautions.

- DRABC.

- Bleeding and shock management.

- Fracture management.

- Burns management.

- Hypo/Hyperthermia management.

- Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation.


Course pre-requisites:Successfully completed PUAEME001A Provide Emergency Care


Assessment:Practical demonstration and explanations may be required of the participants.


Competency Maintenance: Evidence of skills maintenance required, otherwise refresher training is required after 2 years.


- Perform EAR and CPR on a manniken on the floor/ground. This will require you to kneel down.

- Wear latex gloves during all practical sessions.

- Treat simulated injuries in environments where visibility and mobility are restricted.

- Play the role of a casualty in a simulated incident and be treated by other course participants.


Refresher - Administer Oxygen in an Emergency Situation PUAEME003A

Aim:To ensure that brigade members qualified in oxygen therapy and resuscitation maintain their knowledge and skills to use oxygen and associated equipment.

Nature of course:Practical Sessions.

Objectives:- Patient assessment & care.- Operation of oxygen equipment.- Oxygen administration techniques.- Application of oxygen equipment for IPPV, CPR, Suction and Therapy.- Oropharangeal airway use.- Care and maintenance of equipment.

Duration: Three hours (May be incorporated with Emergency Care refresher).

Course pre-requisites:PUAEME001A Provide Emergency Care.

Successfully completed a Administer Oxygen in an Emergency Situation Course.

Participants must have oxygen resuscitation equipment at their brigade for this course to be applicable.


Assessment:Practical demonstration and explanations may be required of the participants.


Competency Maintenance: Evidence of skills maintenance required, otherwise refresher training is required after 12 months.

Course Content:In order to meet the objectives you will be required to:- Insert an Oropharangeal airway into a live, simulated casualty.- Administer Oxygen Therapy/ IPPV/Resuscitation to simulated casualties, both live and

mannequins. Kneeling will be required.- Administer Oxygen Therapy/IPPV/Resuscitation as appropriate to simulated casualties in

environments where visibility and mobility are restricted.- Play the role of a casualty in simulated incidents.- Wear latex gloves for all practical scenarios.Effective Date: 1 December 2004 Version 5.0Review Date: November 2005

AS/NZS 1715:1994 Appendix A

FACIAL SEAL OF RESPIRATORS (Normative)E1 GENERAL Beard growth, some hairstyles and other facial features prevent an adequate seal between the wearer's face and the fitting surfaces of a facepiece or mouthpiece. Facial hair may also interfere with inhalation and exhalation valve operation. Male wearers in particular shall be made aware of the general rules in Paragraphs E2 to E6.

E2 BEARDS Bearded persons cannot expect to achieve adequate respiratory protection when wearing a full facepiece respirator or a half facepiece respirator. Accordingly, no one who requires respiratory protection shall attempt to wear either a full facepiece respirator or half facepiece respirator over a beard.

E3 MOUSTACHES Moustaches may spoil the fit of a half facepiece respirator and may interfere with the peripheral seal of a full facepiece respirator. Moustaches should not protrude beyond projected lines, drawn vertically from the corner of the mouth.

E4 SIDEBURNS When a full facepiece is being worn, sideburns shall not extend below a line drawn through the top of the tragion (the notch in the cartilage of the ear just above and immediately in front of the earhole) and the canthus (corner) of the eye. This line is illustrated in Figure E1.

E5 STUBBLE GROWTH AND LONG HAIR Stubble growth, depending on its length and stiffness, interferes to some degree with proper sealing of a facepiece and it is necessary that male wearers of respirators shave daily.

When the hair is worn long, particular care should be taken to ensure that none is trapped beneath the fitting surface.

E6 MOUTHPIECE AND NOSE CLIP A mouthpiece and nose clip may not provide adequate respiratory protection to a bearded person.

When the person at risk has a 'bushy' facial hairstyle, hair trapped between the lips and mouthpiece may prevent a satisfactory seal being obtained.

Because of the varying amount of cartilage in the noses of individuals, there is the added difficulty of obtaining a satisfactory seal of the nasal passages with a nose clip. This problem is worsened by the presence of perspiration, which may cause difficulty in maintaining the nose clip in position.

Copied with approval from Standards Australia

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