firefighting course

Course Overview:

The CPPFES2005 – Demonstrate First Attack Firefighting Equipment course provides participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to confidently and safely respond to incipient-stage fires using portable firefighting equipment. This unit is ideal for individuals working in high-risk environments where early intervention can prevent fire escalation, and is commonly required for workplace emergency response teams and general staff fire safety training.

Course Content:

Upon completing the course, participants will be able to:

• Identify different classes of fire and the appropriate extinguisher for each

• Inspect and identify faults in first attack firefighting equipment (extinguishers, fire hose reels, fire blankets)

• Demonstrate the correct use of portable fire extinguishers on live-fire simulations

• Operate fire hose reels and fire blankets safely and effectively

• Assess fire situations and determine whether first attack firefighting is appropriate

• Follow emergency procedures and communicate with emergency services

• Apply safe work practices, including the use of PPE and observing exclusion zones

• Understand workplace fire safety procedures and emergency protocols