HAZMAT Course
PUAFIR306 & PUAFIR324
- Nationally Recognised Certificate
- Fast Certificate Turnaround
- Experienced and Certified Instructors
- Flexible Learning Options
- Industry Validated

Course Description
The HAZMAT Course (PUAFIR306 & PUAFIR324) is designed for individuals who need to safely identify, handle, and respond to hazardous materials (HAZMAT) incidents. This training is essential for emergency responders, industrial workers, and personnel in hazardous environments, equipping them with the skills and knowledge to assess risks, implement containment strategies, and follow safety regulations.
Participants will learn how to identify hazardous substances, use protective equipment, and apply decontamination procedures in line with workplace and regulatory requirements. The course covers risk assessment, incident response planning, and effective communication during HAZMAT emergencies. By completing this training, learners will gain a strong understanding of how to mitigate risks and protect themselves, their teams, and the environment from hazardous material exposure.
This nationally recognised course is highly relevant for firefighters, emergency services personnel, and industries where handling dangerous goods is a routine task. Successful completion of the HAZMAT training provides a Statement of Attainment for PUAFIR306 – Identify, detect, and monitor hazardous materials and PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe, ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety regulations. Whether you are looking to advance in emergency response roles or meet workplace safety requirements, this course delivers essential skills to manage hazardous situations effectively.
Units Delivered
PUAFIR306
Identify, detect and monitor hazardous materials at an incident
PUAFIR324
Render hazardous materials incidents safe
Additional Information
Course Delivery
This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.
Course Durations
Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.
Entry Requirements
An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
- Participants must be clean shaven, as facial hair may affect facial seal of the breathing apparatus
- Individuals within the fire sector must hold PUAFIR207 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit (See details below)
- For individuals not within the fire sector or the unit is not contributing to the attainment of a fire qualification, it is best practice and highly recommended for individuals to have the underpinning knowledge and current industry experience of operating breathing apparatus open circuit.
- Psychological and physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstrations for this course. This includes undertaking the requirements to safely enter and work in an environment with detectable but safe levels of contamination; and use different types of detection equipment wearing appropriate PPE including chemical protective clothing and breathing apparatus. This may also involve climbing up, down, through or under structures or confined spaces, and restricted environments in dark, low light or smoke-filled areas.
- Protective footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.
- Language, literacy and numeracy requirements - students must be able to read and correctly interpret required documentation relevant to the confined space entry, speak clearly and unambiguously in English, explain, describe and verify sometimes complex needs and issues and understand the permit requirements. Writing is required to the level of completing workplace forms and producing any required reports. Numeracy is required to the level of being able to correctly differentiate between high and low pressures and temperatures, voltages or masses and interpret gas test/monitoring results.
Fire sector: It is essential that the prerequisite unit listed (PUAFIR207 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit) is obtained prior to the issuance of this unit to individuals within the fire sector** or the units contributing to the attainment of a fire qualification.
** Fire sector - those sections of government departments, statutory authorities or organisations that have responsibility under jurisdictional arrangements for the delivery of firefighting and fire management services.
Assessment Requirements
Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.
Certificate Renewal Requirements
The units have the following recommended renewal periods:
| Unit | Period |
|---|---|
| PUAFIR306 - Identify, detect and monitor hazardous materials at an incident | Not applicable |
| PUAFIR324 - Render hazardous materials incidents safe | Not applicable |
Learner Rights, Responsibilities & Support
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.
Assessment Activities
Practical demonstrations:
- Four (4) simulated scenarios for a hazardous atmosphere
- Chemical storage area leak
- Hazardous materials incident
- Chemical spill near waterway
- Explosive material near fire and a minor contamination incident
Documentation – Completion of a Hazard Control Zone diagram and two (2) HAZMAT Action Guides
Theory assessment – A written assessment consisting of multiple-choice and short answer questions. All questions must be completed
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