Emergency Management Academy of New Zealand

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Fire Safety

Fire Extinguisher

This course is for any person that may be required to operate a fire extinguisher as part of workplace emergency procedures. This may include fire wardens, emergency responders, process operators and custodial officers.

Scope

Fire science
Fire tetrahedron/triage
Classes of fire
Fire extinguisher types and selection
Methods of extinguishing
Initial action for fire
Personal safety
Operation of extinguishers
Practical exercises in a controlled live fire environment

Duration
Four hours plus post course assignment.

Associated Standards

Code	Title	Level	Credit
3271	Suppress fire with hand extinguishers and fixed hose reels	2	1
			1

Qualification & Certification Linkages
This standard is used in many national qualifications.

Prerequisites
Open entry.

Resources
EMANZ folder containing student notes and workbook.

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Fire Warden

This course is for any person having an operational responsibility in a fire evacuation, including building and floor wardens designated in an evacuation plan.

Scope

Fire Safety legislation
Evacuation management structure
Warden roles and responsibilities
Responsibilities of building occupants
Management of disabled persons
Management of visitors
Fire hazard identification
Basic fire science

Duration
Four hours plus post course assignments and activities.

Associated Standards

Code	Title	Level	Credit
16798	Take preventative measures against emergencies in the workplace	2	3
16799	Carry out the duties of a workplace emergency warden	3	4
			7

Qualification & Certification Linkages
These standards are used as part of the National Certificate in Workplace Fire & Emergency Response.

Prerequisites
Open entry.

Resources
EMANZ folder containing student notes and workbook.

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