Expertise
Our instructors are seasoned professionals with years of experience in the field and understand the environment.
Course overview
The Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operation) course is designed for experienced firefighting and emergency response professionals who respond to disasters and/or incidents that endanger life, property and the environment.
The role of a firefighter is to suppresses and extinguish fires, undertake rescues, respond to hazardous materials incidents, protect lives and to prevent the destruction of property and the environment. At this level, firefighters are expected to make informed, timely and confident decisions working as a member of a firefighting team under limited supervision.
To prevent fires from starting and to improve community safety a firefighter’s duties may include conducting community education programs about fire safety and undertaking fire inspections of locations to verify adherence to local fire regulations.
This qualification includes the units of competency required by firefighters to suppress urban fires and respond to hazardous materials and to perform a range of other related activities. It typically involves some discretion in selecting equipment and determining tactics.
Training outcomes
Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment, which is recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This training is nationally recognised:
- PUAFIR302 Suppress urban fire
- PUAFIR308 Employ personal protection at a hazardous materials incident
- PUAFIR309 Operate pump
- PUAFIR324 Render hazardous materials incident safe
- PUAWHS002 Maintain safety at an incident scene
- PUAVEH001 Drive vehicles under operational conditions
- HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation
- PUAFIR306 Identify, detect and monitor hazardous materials at an incident (Elective)
- PUASAR024 Undertake road crash rescue (Elective)
- PUASAR025 Undertake confined space rescue (Elective)
- PUASAR032 Undertake vertical rescue (Elective)
Training and assessment delivered on behalf of:
Australasia Fire & Emergency Response College
RTO No. 45251
Assessment
We provide a well-rounded assessment process that encompasses both practical tasks and scenarios, as well as written theory assessments, throughout the training. This comprehensive approach ensures a thorough evaluation of your skills and knowledge, allowing you to demonstrate your competency in real-world application and theoretical understanding.
Training mode/duration
Course Duration & Modes
- Classroom lead: Delivery modes include classroom lead training sessions and written assessments.
Each format is tailored to different learning styles and schedules, ensuring effective and efficient Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations).
Location
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at a facility organised by Rescue Group Training.
Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
More information
Entry requirements:
- Pre-Course Study: Depending on the course mode, online pre-course work may be required before the face-to-face session.
- Online Study Requirements: A computer, smartphone, tablet, or similar device with internet access is needed for online or pre-course studies.
Course Fees
- Group Bookings Only: Currently, we’re focusing on group training sessions. Individual course bookings are not available at this time.
- Your Guide to Policies: For detailed information on refunds and fee protection, please consult our Pre-Enrolment Participant Handbook.
- Group Bookings: Custom payment solutions for every team. We’ll work with you to set up terms that align with your needs and ours.
For comprehensive details on your rights and responsibilities, including our complaints and appeals process, kindly refer to the Pre-Enrolment Participant Handbook on our website.