Unit of Competency
PUAWER008B Confine small workplace emergencies
Course Content
- Types of emergencies
- Planning & Preparation for an emergency – AS3745 -2010
- “Sizing up” an emergency – assessing hazards and risks
- Responding to a hazardous materials incident
- Safely confine emergency where possible
- Use of initial response equipment- use the tools in a small spill kits to control the incident
- Understanding and selection of PPE
- Evacuation procedures – if required
- Disposal of waste, report and replace used items
- Use of tools in a small spill kit will be done as a practical component where circumstances allow
Participant Prerequisites
- Use literacy and numeracy skills as required to read, interpret and apply guidelines and protocols
- Use literacy and numeracy skills to adequately interpret documentation available in line with State/Territory regulations, legislation and policies
Participants are required to be on time for all courses and bring a form of identification such as drivers licence or Medicare card for verification of details listed on the course enrolment form.
Site Requirements
- Training room
- Space for practical training and drills
Assessment
Assessment of knowledge will be conducted by use of a workbook and verbal questioning. Participants will also be required to demonstrate competence through a range of practical activities.
Delivery Method
- Onsite face-to-face theory and practical training
Course Duration
- 3 hours
Group Size
- To ensure quality training and a safe learning environment, the maximum allowable group size is 12 participants.
Upon Successful Completion
- Statement of Attainment and wallet card issued to individual participants who successfully complete the requirements of the unit of competency and have a valid Unique Student Identifier (USI)
- A Nationally Recognised Training Summary for your Health and Safety Office compliance file
Links to Unit of Competency Information
Confine Small Workplace Emergencies
https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/TLID2003
Spill Station Australia use Parcor (RTO7076) for all accredited training courses.
