Elements and Performance Criteria
- Recognise a fire risk and undertake preventative actions
- Obtain and clarify procedures for first response to fire
- Identify location of firefighting equipment and check to ensure all equipment is available and ready for use
- Recognise and report conditions that lead to fire and signs of fire
- Observe enterprise procedures for emergencies
- Implement temperature and moisture management procedures
- Recognise and initiate response to fire
- Identify nature and extent of fire
- Report fire details and raise alarm
- Implement preparations for water availability for fire brigade attendance
- Identify hazards associated with fire emergency and take action to minimise risks to self, others and property
- Secure immediate area of the emergency
- Remove machinery and equipment from area where safe to do so
- Select and set up firefighting equipment as directed by fire brigade personnel
- Attack fire under direction of fire brigade
- Apply appropriate firefighting and containment media in a safe and coordinated manner
- Use firefighting methods and tactics as directed
- Report and act upon potential for change in fire behaviour to fire brigade and supervisor
- Identify and maintain clear line of retreat at all times
- Observe conditions at fire and report their effects on fire development
- Report significant changes to status of fire to supervisor and fire brigade
- Carry out post-fire activities
- Identify and control smouldering fire residuals according to fire brigade directions
- Undertake break-up of windrows, buildings or structures
- Remove spent fuel or burnt compost and debris
- Undertake activities to complement post-fire operations and prevent further damage
- Clear and clean site and equipment
- Provide assistance to fire brigade to complete and record appropriate incident information
- Report effectiveness of tactics employed
- Seek feedback on performance and note improvements for future action