Fire Extinguisher Training

Students who are deemed competent will receive a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework. This certification is nationally recognised. The Statement is issued by Pinnacle Safety and Training (RTO 40496).

National units of competency

• PUAFER008 Confine small emergencies in a facility

Assessment for this Fire Extinguisher Training course includes both theory and practical components to ensure participants can safely and effectively respond to workplace fire emergencies.

The theory assessment evaluates participants’ understanding of fire safety procedures, fire extinguisher types, classes of fire, and emergency response requirements. The practical assessment requires participants to demonstrate the correct use of fire extinguishers and firefighting equipment in simulated workplace fire scenarios, in line with current workplace health and safety standards.

Age requirements
Participants must be at least 15 years of age. Participants under the age of 18 must have consent from a parent or legal guardian to enrol and participate in this course. Consent will be obtained during the enrolment process, and a signed consent form must be submitted prior to the start of training. Refer to our FAQ for more information.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy skills (LLN)
Participants must have at least a Year 10 level of numeracy, literacy and communication skills and be able to read and write in English.

Pinnacle Safety and Training supplies all required learning materials and safety equipment for this course. 

Recognition of Prior Learning
Pinnacle Safety and Training does not offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for this course. Due to the duration and cost of this short course, RPL assessment would have limited value to participants.

Credit Transfer
Pinnacle Safety and Training offers Credit Transfers for this training product. A Credit Transfer is granted where the previously attained unit of competency has been achieved. After enrolment, participants are eligible to submit a Credit Transfer application.

It is important to note that while the unit/s of competency are eligible for Credit Transfer, you may be required to resit the training and assessment to meet industry or legislative requirements.

All training and assessment requirements are completed within the course duration. Participants are not required to undertake any additional study or assessment outside of the scheduled course time.

This course is suitable for workers in any industry who may need to respond to a workplace fire—including office staff, safety officers, emergency wardens, and employees in high-risk environments like construction or manufacturing.