Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 10:40 PM AWST
22/07/2026 10:40 PM AWST
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Respond to fire
Respond to fire
Unit of competency
National Code
DEFEO201C
DEFEO201C
State Code
AVV22
AVV22
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
Field of Education
039905 - Fire Technology
Original Release Date
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit covers the competency required to carry out initial response to suppress a fire. It also includes the ability to identify the nature and classification of the fire, report the fire and carry out evacuation procedures. The unit does not cover the competencies needed to become a professional or volunteer firefighter; these competencies are covered in other units in the Fire sector of the Public Safety Training Package.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for fire
- 1.1 Procedures related to a fire emergency are accessed, interpreted and rehearsed
- 1.2 Location of firefighting equipment is identified and the equipment is checked in accordance with organisational procedures and referred for maintenance/replacement as required
2. Carry out initial notification and assessment
- 2.1 Nature and scope of the fire is identified, confirmed and reported to appropriate personnel
- 2.2 Fire situation is assessed and appropriate course of action is determined in keeping with requirements for personal safety
- 2.3 Notification of fire threat is undertaken in accordance with authorised procedures
- 2.4 Emergency evacuation procedures are followed, where appropriate, and in accordance with organisational procedures
3. Extinguish fires
- 3.1 Fires are extinguished using the appropriate equipment, materials and procedures
- 3.2 Extinguisher is applied to ensure fast knockdown of fire
- 3.3 Extinguisher is used at the appropriate range and time
- 3.4 Extinguisher is used to minimise damage to equipment and facilities and to minimise risk of injury to personnel
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below.
Firefighting equipment may include:
Extinguishers
Fire blankets
Fire hose reels
Fire hydrants
Firefighting vehicles
Personal protection equipment (PPE)
Monitors
Organisation may include:
Defence organisation
Enterprises that work with explosive ordnance
Other government departments or instrumentalities that work with explosive ordnance
Firefighting equipment may include:
Extinguishers
Fire blankets
Fire hose reels
Fire hydrants
Firefighting vehicles
Personal protection equipment (PPE)
Monitors
Organisation may include:
Defence organisation
Enterprises that work with explosive ordnance
Other government departments or instrumentalities that work with explosive ordnance
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
adhere to relevant work health and safety (WHS) requirements and operational safety in a manner which maximises individual safety and the safety of others
identify and locate firefighting equipment in a local area
conduct periodic checks of firefighting equipment
assess the fire situation
notify fire situation to relevant authorities
apply evacuation procedures
identify, select and use firefighting equipment
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated explosive ordnance contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions that accurately simulate a realistic workplace in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisational requirements.
The assessment environment should include open field/at sea conditions, during the day or night and under a representative set of weather conditions.
Specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
facilities and resources used in responding to fire in a facility where packaging, storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance is undertaken, including a licensed explosive site.
Method of assessment
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.
Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.
Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
direct observation
interviewing the candidate
journals and workplace documentation
third party reports from supervisors
written or oral questions.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
adhere to relevant work health and safety (WHS) requirements and operational safety in a manner which maximises individual safety and the safety of others
identify and locate firefighting equipment in a local area
conduct periodic checks of firefighting equipment
assess the fire situation
notify fire situation to relevant authorities
apply evacuation procedures
identify, select and use firefighting equipment
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated in a range of actual or simulated explosive ordnance contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed in the workplace or under conditions that accurately simulate a realistic workplace in accordance with all relevant legislation and organisational requirements.
The assessment environment should include open field/at sea conditions, during the day or night and under a representative set of weather conditions.
Specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
facilities and resources used in responding to fire in a facility where packaging, storage, distribution and maintenance of explosive ordnance is undertaken, including a licensed explosive site.
Method of assessment
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.
Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.
Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
direct observation
interviewing the candidate
journals and workplace documentation
third party reports from supervisors
written or oral questions.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVS34 | DEFEXO002 | Respond to fire | Unit of competency |
