PUASAR022

Participate in a Rescue Operation

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Course Description

The unit PUASAR022 – Participate in a Rescue Operation – equips students with the essential skills and knowledge to effectively contribute to rescue operations in emergency situations. This unit is designed for individuals working in emergency services, firefighting, law enforcement, and other roles where rescue activities are a critical component of the job.

Throughout the course, students will learn how to respond to various types of rescue incidents, including confined space rescues, vertical rescues, and vehicle extrication. The training covers the use of rescue tools and equipment, assessing and managing risks at the scene, and applying safe work practices to protect both rescuers and victims. Students will also develop skills in teamwork, communication, and coordination, ensuring they can operate efficiently as part of a rescue team. The course emphasises following established protocols and procedures to ensure the safety and effectiveness of rescue efforts.

This unit is highly relevant for emergency responders, firefighters, and other professionals who are likely to participate in rescue operations in high-risk environments. It provides practical, hands-on training to ensure they are prepared to perform their duties safely and effectively during real-world rescue scenarios.

Upon completing PUASAR022, students will be capable of participating in rescue operations with confidence, applying the skills needed to manage rescue situations in compliance with safety standards and industry best practices. This training enhances the ability of responders to save lives and protect property during emergencies.

Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

PUASAR022

Participate in a rescue operation

Additional Information

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.

Refresher Face to Face contact time of at least 4 Hours
Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 7 Hours

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry: 

  • An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
  • Physical and psychological capacity to safely participate in practical training and assessment activities across a range of rescue environments (e.g. confined space, industrial, road crash and vertical rescue scenarios). This may include activities such as: entering, exiting and working in restricted and/or elevated environments; climbing, crawling, lifting, carrying or dragging equipment or simulated casualties; wearing personal protective equipment (PPE), including harnesses and other rescue equipment and; operating in potentially challenging conditions (e.g. low light, confined, noisy or physically demanding environments)
  • Protective slip resistant footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment. 
  • To successfully complete this course, students will need to demonstrate the following language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills during training and assessment:
    • Learning: Follow instructions and apply rescue procedures to keep myself and others safe in stressful situations.
    • Reading: Read and interpret emergency signs, maps, or written instructions to help determine where to go or what action to take.
    • Writing: Fill out forms, write short notes (such as field notes or incident reports), and clearly record key details from work tasks
    • Oral communication: Communicate clearly and listen carefully when receiving or giving instructions, especially in team-based, noisy, or time-sensitive situations
    • Numeracy: Use numbers to support safe working operations, for example, measuring distances for scene setup, fall clearance, and interpreting equipment ratings
    • Digital Literacy: Able to use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources

 

Please Note: This unit has a pre-requisite requirement of HLTAID011 Provide First Aid (* only if undertaking training related to the fire sector).

*The fire sector is those sections of government departments, statutory authorities or organisations that have a responsibility under jurisdictional arrangements for the delivery of firefighting and fire management services.

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.

Performance tasks:

  • Scenario 1:Prepare and respond to a rescue
  • Scenario 2: Prepare and respond to a rescue

Documentation – The student must complete the following documentation:

  • Risk Assessment form
  • Rescue Equipment form
  • Incident Report form

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


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