Course Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to demonstrate the use of portable fire extinguishers, fire hose reels and fire blankets.
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Demonstrate correct use of portable fire extinguishers to extinguish simulated fires.
- Fire type and classification are determined.
- Fire extinguishers are selected to attack different fires.
- Safe use of fire extinguishers is demonstrated according to manufacturers’ instructions and relevant OHS and workplace policies and procedures .
2. Demonstrate correct use of fire hose reels.
- Safe use of hose reels is demonstrated according to manufacturers’ instructions and relevant OHS and workplace policies and procedures.
- Water is turned off in the approved sequence and hose reel is checked for leaks.
- Hose reel is rewound correctly after use.
3. Demonstrate correct use of fire blanket.
- Safe use of fire blankets is demonstrated according to manufacturers’ instructions and relevant OHS and workplace policies and procedures.