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Elements and Performance Criteria

  1. Use portable fire extinguishers to extinguish a simulated fire
  2. Demonstrate correct usage of a fire hose reel
  3. Demonstrate correct usage of a fire blanket

Evidence Required

Knowledge needed to achieve the performance criteria

Knowledge and understanding are essential to apply this unit of competency in the workplace to transfer the skills to other contexts and to deal with unplanned events The knowledge requirements for this unit are listed below

The theory of fire including the Triangle of Combustion

The implications of incorrect use of fire extinguishers and hose reels on classes of fire

How fire can be spread by conduction convection radiation and direct burning

Why cooking oil and fat fires require special attention

Basic methods of locating a fire

The meaning of secondary damage

How water pressure influences the discharge distance for hose reels

Specific skills needed to achieve the performance criteria

To achieve the performance criteria some complementary skills are required These relate to the ability to

apply appropriate decisionmaking techniques

use equipment appropriately and safely with regard to OHS issues and requirements

apply language literacy and numeracy skills to

communicate with others in a clear and concise manner in both written and verbal modes

read understand and comply with work instructionsspecifications

read understand and record measurements

utilise effective customer service skills and relate to people from a range of social and cultural backgrounds

Other units of competency that could be assessed with this unit

This unit could be assessed on its own or in combination with other competencies relevant to the job function for example

PRMPFESB Identify fire protection equipment

PRMPFES04B Identify fire protection equipment

PRMPFESC Prepare for installation and servicing operations

PRMPFES06C Prepare for installation and servicing operations.

Resources required to assess this unit

The following resources should be available

actual or simulated work environment

assessment documentation

training and assessment record book

Gaining evidence to assess this unit

For valid and reliable assessment of this unit competency should be demonstrated over a period of time and be observed by the assessor or assessment team working together to conduct the assessment The competency is to be demonstrated in a range of situations which may include customerworkplace interruptions and involvement in related activities normally experienced in the workplace

Assessment may be by way of a single practical demonstration using simulated fire situations Due to safety and cost factors methods of extinguishing Class D E and F fires are confined to oral explanations and roleplaysimulations only

Oral questioning or written assessment and hypothetical situations scenarios may be used to assess underpinning knowledge In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a preference between oral questioning and written assessment questions are to be identical

Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors team leaders or specialist training staff

Performance and assessment of this unit must be carried out within the relevant requirements of the following legislative and industry framework

building Actsregulationscodes

Australian Standards identified as relevant to the required maintenance procedure

environmental regulations

manufacturers specifications

organisational requirements including OHS policies and procedures

OHS legislation codes and regulations

Note All practical demonstrations involving the use of simulated fires must adhere to the safety and environmental regulations relevant to each state or territory

Key competency levels

There are a number of processes learnt throughout work and daily life that are required in all jobs They are fundamental processes and generally transferable to other work environments Some of these work processes are covered by the key competencies listed below Information provided to each question highlights how these processes are applied in this unit of competency

The number in brackets indicates the level to which the key competency should be demonstrated

Perform the process

Perform and administer the process

Perform administer and design the process

How can information be collected analysed and organised

Gather information from regulatory and organisational sources in relation to the portable fire fighting equipment to be utilised in demonstrations

How can communication of ideas and information be applied

Communicate using significant verbal communication skills and appropriate questioning techniques in order for knowledge to be imparted to customers

How are activities planned and organised

Demonstrate different sound planning and delivery techniques

How can teamwork be applied

Provide support and assistance within work groups

How can the use of mathematical ideas and techniques be applied

Demonstrate application of basic mathematical techniques and appropriate space required

How can problemsolving skills be applied

Discuss and identify problemsolving requirements throughout the fire type demonstration

How can the use of technology be applied

Discuss technological principles and demonstrate physical skills to be applied throughout the demonstration of using portable fire fighting equipment

Range Statement

The range statement links the required knowledge and organisational and technical requirements to the workplace context. It describes any contextual variables that will be used or encountered when applying the competency in work situations. It allows for different work practices and work and knowledge requirements as well as for differences between organisations and workplaces. The following variables may be present for this particular unit.

Classifications of fires include Classes: A, B, C, D, E and F.

Fire types may include:

ordinary combustibles

flammable and combustible liquids

flammable gases

energised electrical equipment

combustible metals

cooking oils and fats.

Appropriate fire extinguishers may include:

water

foam

powder

CO2

wet chemical

vaporising liquid.

Relevant OHS and workplace policies and procedures may be located in quality assurance and/or procedures manuals relating to:

appropriate techniques to use in relation to emergency management of fires

personnel practices and guidelines outlining work roles, responsibilities and delegations

OHS policies, procedures and programs including:

safety procedures including:

working safely around electrical wiring, cables and overhead powerlines

working safely around tools and equipment

working safely on ladders and raised platforms

risk and hazard recognition

emergency procedures

awareness of electrical hazards

following confined spaces procedures

First Aid

utilising personal protective equipment including:

safety glasses or goggles

safety boots or shoes

hard hat

ear muffs or plugs

assessing the work site for hazards and risks prior to preparing the work site for the work procedure

displaying signs and/or utilising barriers in the work area.

Hose reel types may be:

wall-mounted

swing-hinged

vehicle-mounted.