First Attack Fire Fighting

 

Where first-attack firefighting by specific occupants is included in the emergency procedures, these occupants shall be trained to enable them to competently execute their duties.

The training for first-attack firefighting shall address, but not necessarily be limited to, the following:

 

• The duties of the ECO, and ERT, where it exists.

• Preparing for site-specific fires.

• Reporting fires.

• Evacuating from endangered areas.

• Identifying, reporting and correcting unsafe conditions.

• Responding to fire emergencies.

• Identifying the classes of fire.

• Selecting the correct first-attack equipment.

• Safe operating procedures for first-attack equipment.

• Determining if it is safe and appropriate to use first-attack equipment.

• Procedures to be followed after first-attack equipment has been used.

• Post evacuation activities.

 

Emergency Compliance Services First Attack Fire Fighting course will equip participants with the knowledge and confidence to asses and extinguish a fire successfully and safely. 

 

Course Duration: 1-2hours

Prerequisite: No pre requisite requirements

 

Note: This is not a nationally recognised course. Successful completion of the course results in the award of a Statement of Attendance.