The course applies to individuals who may be required to make decisions about the safety of occupants of a facility during an emergency and to give instructions on the priority order for responding to an emergency incident, including command, control and coordination of facility emergency response procedures and concluding the facility emergency incident.  They may also be required to act as the primary liaison with emergency services.  Individuals who undertake this role will generally be members of an Emergency Control Organisation (ECO), acting as chief wardens, deputy chief wardens and communications officers.  

The course has been developed to cover a broad range of emergencies and facilities as considered in Australian Standard 3745-2010 and Australian Standard 4083-2010.   It applies to employees in the workplace within all industries and in all contexts.

This course set incorporates the content of the following units:

  • PUAFER005 Operate as part of an emergency control organisation
  • PUAFER006 Lead an emergency control organisation

Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

PUAFER005 - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation
PUAFER006 - Lead an emergency control organisation

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 6 Hours
Online with face-to-face assessment Face to Face contact time of at least 45 Mins

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
  • Physical capability to complete the practical demonstrations for the course, including the functional ability to perceive and respond to emergency signals and warnings, safely perform the duties of a senior emergency control role, move within a facility, communicate clearly, monitor evacuation activities, and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
  • Protective footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.

Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required.

The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

The units have the following recommended renewal periods:
Unit Period
PUAFER005 - Operate as part of an emergency control organisation Not applicable
PUAFER006 - Lead an emergency control organisation Not applicable

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Assessments conducted during face-to-face training session(s) include: 

Performance tasks:

  • Scenario - Prepare for Emergency Situations
  • Performance Task – Perform a safety practice drill – Warden
  • Performance Task – Perform a safety practice drill – Chief Warden
  • Scenario - Operate as a warden in an emergency
  • Scenario – Lead as a chief warden in an emergency

Documentation:

  • Emergency equipment fault log 
  • Emergency evacuation incident and debrief form

Theory assessment:

  • A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. The student must complete all assessment questions

Students are required to complete a self evaluation against the following core skills as part of the enrolment process. This will allow your trainer to understand any additional support that may be required during the course delivery and assessment.
Learning I can take in new information and use it to make decisions in different situations.
Reading I can read and understand everyday instructions, signs, and short documents.
Writing I can write down clear, short notes or fill in simple forms when needed.
Oral Communication I can speak clearly and calmly to explain things or give directions to others.
Numeracy I can work out timing, order of steps, or simple numbers when following a process.
This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909