Non-Accredited Fire Extinguisher and Fire Blanket Training

This practical, non-accredited course introduces participants to basic fire safety and the safe use of portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets.

Participants will learn how fires start and spread, how different extinguishing methods work, and how to identify common types of fire extinguishers. The course also explains when it may be appropriate to attempt to extinguish a small fire—and when it is safer to evacuate and call Triple Zero (000).

This course is ideal for:

• Employees and workplace teams
• Small-business owners
• Community organisations and volunteers
• Residential and property-management personnel
• Members of the public seeking practical fire-safety knowledge
• Anyone who may encounter a small, early-stage fire

During the course, you will learn:

• Basic fire theory and the elements required for combustion
• Common causes of fire
• How fire and smoke can spread
• Different types of portable fire extinguishers
• Fire extinguisher identification and selection
• How to inspect an extinguisher before use
• Safe fire extinguisher operating techniques
• How and when to use a fire blanket
• Personal safety, escape routes and maintaining a safe distance
• When not to attempt to extinguish a fire
• Raising the alarm, evacuation and calling Triple Zero (000)

Practical activities may include the supervised use of a fire extinguisher and fire blanket in a controlled training environment.

Awareness training only—this certificate does not confer an accredited firefighting or emergency-response qualification.