This course covers the skills and knowledge required to demonstrate first attack firefighting equipment. It includes demonstrating and explaining to clients how to correctly and safely use portable fire extinguishers, fire hose reels and fire blankets in emergency situations.

Course Content

• The safe demonstration and correct use of fire extinguishers to attack fire according to manufacturer requirements

• The purpose and use of different types of fire extinguisher

• The identification and classification of fire types

• The purpose and use of fire hose reels

• The purpose and use of fire blankets

Unit/s of Competency

CPPFES2005 - Demonstrate first attack firefighting equipment

Duration - Half day

RMS Entry Requirements

• 16 years old

• Sound verbal and written comprehension of the English language is mandatory

• Two forms of identification one of which must be photo ID

Course Fee: $200.00

Recommended Combo:

First Attack Firefighting (CPPFES2005)/Fire Warden (PUAFER005)/Confine Small Emergencies (PUAFER008)

RMS offers this combo course for a discounted course fee of $300.

If you are directly employed, or previously been employed, in the Building and Construction industry in WA you may qualify for CTF funding which can reduce your training costs by up to 70%. Contact RMS for further information!