PUAFIR324

Render Hazardous Materials Incidents Safe

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Course Description

The unit PUAFIR324 – Render Hazardous Materials Incidents Safe – provides students with the advanced skills and knowledge required to safely manage and neutralise hazardous materials (HAZMAT) incidents. This unit is essential for emergency responders, firefighters, and HAZMAT professionals who are responsible for ensuring public and environmental safety when dealing with dangerous substances, spills, or chemical emergencies.

In this course, students will learn how to assess hazardous materials incidents, implement containment and control measures, and render the situation safe by applying specialised techniques and procedures. The unit covers the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), decontamination processes, and the deployment of tools and technologies to safely manage hazardous materials. Students will also learn how to work effectively as part of a response team, communicate with relevant authorities, and ensure compliance with legal and environmental regulations during the incident.

This unit is highly relevant for individuals in firefighting, emergency services, and industries such as chemical manufacturing, transport, and waste management, where hazardous materials are handled or transported. It prepares professionals to respond to high-risk situations and take appropriate actions to safeguard lives, property, and the environment.

Upon completing PUAFIR324, students will be fully equipped to render hazardous materials incidents safe, utilising industry-standard practices to mitigate risks and prevent further harm. This training ensures that responders can act confidently and effectively in complex HAZMAT situations, ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

PUAFIR324

Render hazardous materials incidents safe

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 31 Hours

Holding the pre-requisite unit PUAFIR207 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit 

Physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills to respond to incidents involving hazardous materials

Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

This certificate does not require renewal

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook on our website for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Practical Performance Tasks and Scenarios:

  • Chemical spill near waterway and complete an incident report form
  • Explosive material near waterway and complete an incident report form

Documentation – The student must complete the following documentation:

  • Hazardous materials incident plan review form

Theory assessment -   A written assessment consisting of short-answer and multiple-choice questions.

This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909


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