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PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation

Fire Operations

Learn to perform Emergency Control Organisation duties, including communications, warden actions and evacuation support.

Course Overview

This course provides the skills and knowledge required to operate as part of an Emergency Control Organisation (ECO). Participants learn roles and responsibilities, communication methods, evacuation procedures, area checking, assisting occupants, and reporting requirements in line with workplace emergency plans.

Key Details

Delivery: Face-to-face (theory + practical) or workplace-based delivery for group bookings (where suitable)

Start / Intake Information: Regular intakes are available. Contact Health Security Education for upcoming course dates.

Schedule / Time Commitment: Allow up to 1 day (delivery dependent). a day to 1 day (delivery dependent).

Work Placement: No work placement required

Units of Competency / Course Content

PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation


Who This Course Is For

Suitable for wardens and staff appointed to ECO roles in workplaces, facilities and sites with structured emergency management arrangements.

Course Details

Course Information

Minimum age: 18 years.
Prerequisites: No formal prerequisites. Workplace appointment to an ECO role is recommended.
Language, literacy and numeracy: LLN assessment required. Support available where required.
PPE / equipment / IT access: PPE may be required depending on environment. Device with internet access required if online learning is included.
Workplace or site access requirements: Participants must be capable of completing practical and scenario activities relevant to ECO duties, with reasonable adjustments available.

Assessment may include knowledge questions and practical or scenario-based tasks demonstrating ECO duties, communications and procedural compliance aligned to the unit outcomes.

Statement of Attainment issued by Health Security Education (RTO #40907) for PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation. USI required prior to certification issue.

Course fees include training, assessment and (where applicable) issuance of certification for participants who successfully meet competency requirements.
Course fees may not include personal PPE, travel, onsite delivery travel costs, replacement certificates, or additional resources unless stated.

Funding and subsidies: Where applicable, funding or subsidies may be available for eligible participants.
Payment terms: Payment is required prior to course commencement unless otherwise arranged.
Refunds and withdrawals: Refunds are managed in accordance with Health Security Education’s Fees and Refunds Policy. Written notice is required to withdraw.

Trainer support is available throughout the course. Language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) support and wellbeing support are available on request. Health Security Education provides a safe, respectful and inclusive learning environment.
Participants must follow trainer instructions and use equipment safely. Reasonable adjustment is available where appropriate.
USI: A valid Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required prior to the issuance of nationally recognised certification.
Policies and processes (including Complaints & Appeals) are available via the Student Handbook.

Credit Transfer: Available for equivalent completed units where a valid and current Statement of Attainment is provided.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL): May be available for learners who can provide evidence of current competence.
Pathways: This unit may support entry into further training pathways in health, community services, emergency response, workplace safety, or related outcomes, depending on learner goals and packaging rules.