PUAFER005 - Operate as Part of an Emergency Control Organisation



Overview:

This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge required to work within the command, control and coordination structure of an Emergency Control Organisation (ECO). An ECO’s priority is the safety of facility occupants and visitors during an emergency, which means ECO members are responsible for pre-emergency, emergency and post emergency actions. It includes undertaking pre-emergency planning, taking appropriate actions in an emergency and assisting with post emergency processes.

The course has been developed to cover a broad range of emergencies and situations as stated in Australian Standard 3745 and Australian Standard 4083. It applies to employees in the workplace within all industries and in all contexts.

 

Pre-requisites:
Nil

Co-requisites:
Nil

Pre-entry Requirements:
Long sleeves and long pants, Appropriate safety footwear
USI

Content:

  • Comply with legislation, industry standards, codes of practice and regulations
  • Assist occupants who may require assistance
  • Assist with post emergency response activities
  • Contribute to facility emergency planning
  • Give clear directions to occupants and visitors
  • Implement safe work practices
  • Initiate and control initial emergency response
  • Respond to emergency signals and warnings
  • Take on a leadership role within emergency control organisation and/or a deputy role for other emergency control organisation positions
  • Undertake pre-emergency planning
  • Use communications systems
  • Wear required emergency control organisation identification

Unit of Competency:

PUAFER005 - Operate as Part of an Emergency Control Organisation

Assessment:
Participants' learning outcomes will be assessed using practical activities designed to simulate the work environment and written questions as appropriate. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will be issued with a Statement of Attainment.

Delivery Method:

Face to Face - 4 Hours

Payments:

  • Refund and fee protection policy – Please refer to the student handbook.

  • Payment Terms – Payment for individual participants is minimum 7 days prior to the commencement of the course. Group booking payment terms are based on agreement between the client and the service provider.