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Range Statement

This field allows for different work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included.

Regulatory framework

The latest version of all legislation, regulations, industry codes of practice and Australian/international standards, or the version specified by the local regulatory authority, must be used, and include one or more of the following:

legislative requirements, including work health and safety (WHS)

industry codes of practice and guidelines

environmental regulations and guidelines

Australian and other standards

licence and certification requirements

National Standard for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:1014 (2002)] (where applicable)

National Code of Practice for the Control of Major Hazard Facilities [NOHSC:2016 (1996)] (where applicable)

Procedures

All operations must be performed in accordance with relevant procedures.

Procedures are written, verbal, visual, computer-based or in some other form, and include one or more of the following:

emergency procedures

manufacturer specifications

work instructions

standard operating procedures (SOPs)

safe work method statements (SWMS)

temporary instructions

any similar instructions provided for the smooth running of the plant

Hazards

Hazards include one or more of the following:

smoke, darkness and heat

heat, smoke, dust or other atmospheric hazards

electricity

gas

gases and liquids under pressure

structural hazards

structural collapse

equipment failures

industrial (machinery, equipment and product)

equipment or product mass

noise, rotational equipment or vibration

limited head spaces or overhangs

working at heights, in restricted or confined spaces, or in environments subjected to heat, noise, dusts or vapours

fire and explosion

flammability and explosivity

hazardous products and materials

unauthorised personnel

sharp edges, protrusions or obstructions

slippery surfaces, spills or leaks

extreme weather

other hazards that might arise

Tools and equipment

Tools and equipment include one or more of the following:

appropriate PPE

breathing apparatus

handheld extinguishers

hose reels

fire monitors

fire blankets

smoke or self rescue respirators

mobile and portable equipment

first aid equipment

pipeline repair clamps

lamb air movers

barricades and signage

communication equipment, such as two-way radios, mobile and satellite phones and pagers

fire-extinguishing media, including water, foam, extinguishing powder, gaseous extinguishing agents, vapourising liquids, and other fire-extinguishing substances

Basic fire response

Basic fire response includes one or more of the following fire-fighting tactics:

direct attack

indirect attack

combination attack

exposure protection

It does NOT include internal/offensive attacks

Responsible authorities

Responsible authorities include one or more of the following:

internal:

employer

supervisor

employees elected as incident team leader

other personnel with incident team leader responsibilities

external:

police

fire brigade

ambulance

Performance Evidence

Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria and demonstrate the ability to:

recognise and assess fire situations, including the identification of different types of fires and fuels

determine appropriate actions according to procedures and within scope of own responsibilities, including:

evacuate (self/others)

seek assistance as appropriate

apply control measures

select and use a range of first response fire-fighting safety equipment

select and use appropriate extinguishing agent

apply defensive fire-fighting tactics and techniques

select and use personal protective equipment (PPE)

minimise the effect of a fire incident

communicate clearly and unambiguously with a range of personnel on fire emergency conditions, related problems and safety and emergency procedures.

Knowledge Evidence

Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:

organisational procedures, including:

site or organisation emergency procedures and response plans

site-specific isolation procedures

characteristics of fire and fuel types

composition and uses of extinguishing agents

types and application of basic firefighting equipment

types and application of PPE

roles and responsibilities of internal and external personnel in relation to fire incidents

appropriate responses to different fire situations.