CPP20521 Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing
CPP20521 Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing
Your Pathway to Fire Protection Certification and Technician Qualification in Perth, WA
Location:
Perth WA
Price:
Cost: $1,850
$1,250 Enrolment & online learning
$600 Due before face-to-face training
Duration:
Online Learning Approximately 10-hours
3.5 Days of face-to-face training
Workplace Logbook typically takes 1-6 months to complete
Delivery Mode:
Blended (Online + Face-to-Face)
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer:
You may be eligible for RPL and/or Credit Transfer. Please read our RPL and Credit transfer process prior to enrolment or contact us to discuss your options.
Course Overview
The CPP20521 Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing is a nationally accredited qualification designed for individuals beginning their careers in the fire protection industry. This course provides the foundational skills required for fire safety technician roles; fire protection equipment training, fire extinguisher, blanket, hose-reel, and hydrant servicing and inspection. Additionally, you’ll learn to inspect and maintain non-gaseous fire suppression systems, ensuring you are well-prepared for real-world challenges.
Whether you’re seeking entry-level fire safety training, aiming to meet compliance standards, or planning to start your own business, this course is your launchpad.
Learning Outcomes
This course equips you with:
- Fire Protection Certification
- Deliver a Quality Service and Provide Effective Customer Service
- Servicing and Installation of Portable Fire Protection Equipment such as fire extinguisher, hose reels and fire blankets
- Fire Hydrant Servicing
- Vehicle Fire Suppression Servicing
- Demonstrate First Attack Fire Fighting Equipment
- Gain knowledge of applicable Australian Standards and regulations.
- Overview of fire classifications and methods for extinguishing them
- Ability to engage with clients regarding servicing and equipment requirements for various fire protection systems
- Proficiency in utilising tools and equipment for the installation and maintenance of fire protection systems
Units of Competency
Core Units
- BSBPEF202 Plan and apply time management
- CPPCMN2002 Participate in workplace safety arrangements
- BSBOPS203 Deliver a service to customers
- CPPFES2004 Identify and report on types of installed fire safety equipment and systems
- CPPFES2005 Demonstrate first attack firefighting equipment
- CPPFES2006 Prepare for installation and servicing operations
- CPPFES2007 Maintain quality of work and promote continuous improvement
Elective Units
- CPPFES2010 Inspect and test fire hose reels
- CPPFES2011 Install portable fire extinguishers, fire cabinets and fire blankets
- CPPFES2020 Conduct routine inspection and testing of fire extinguishers and fire blankets
- CPPFES2027 Inspect, test, and maintain non-gaseous pre-engineered fire-suppression systems
- CPPFES2037 Inspect and test fire hydrant systems
- CPPFES2043 Prevent ozone depleting substance and synthetic greenhouse gas emissions
Workplace Logbook
To demonstrate your skills in real-world settings, you’ll be required to complete a Workplace Logbook. In accordance with the assessment criteria outlined on Training.gov.au, students must complete the following logbook tasks to achieve competency:
- Six-monthly/yearly inspection and test procedures on 18 fire hose reels at a minimum of 4 different locations (5 hose reels must be installed in a recess, cupboard or cabinet)
- Six-monthly/yearly inspection and test procedures on 2 non-gaseous pre-engineered fire-suppression systems including
- replace the agent and recharge the system to operational conditio
- replace one component each within the extinguishing systems and detection systems with approved replacement componentr
- Six-monthly/yearly inspection and test procedures on 14 fire hydrant systems across nine different location
- Appropriate documentation should be attached as evidence of tasks
- Risk assessment documents such as Take-5, JHA etc
- Maintenance documents such as service register, maintenance report etc.
- The logbook must be signed off by a supervisor.
Career Pathways
Graduates are prepared for roles such as:
- Fire Safety Technician
- Fire Equipment Servicing Specialist
- Fire Protection Industry Technician
- This qualification also leads to the CPP30821 Certificate III in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing.
Entry Requirements
Communication
- Professional working proficiency in English.
- Participants require access to a personal computer or tablet and have basic computer skills to enable use of the on-line learning system.
- Assessors can provide additional support to participants as requested. If specialised support, such as an interpreter, is required, further costs may be incurred.
Workplace Logbook
- Participants should either be employed in the fire industry or have the ability to perform routine servicing of specific fire protection equipment under workplace supervision.
Physical capability
- Participants must be physically able to conduct good manual handling techniques. You should be able to safely pick up 15-20kg and conduct 10 minutes of mild continuous exercise.
Driver’s License
- Have a valid or the equivalent of an Australian driver’s license.
Pre-Enrolment Requirement
PTI requires all prospective students to complete a Language, Literacy, Numeracy, and Digital Literacy (LLND) self-assessment before enrolment is finalised.
This screening is conducted online and takes approximately 10–15 minutes. PTI uses LLND results to identify support needs and offer reasonable adjustments, such as additional tutorials, mentoring, or modified delivery formats.
This ensures students are set up for success from the start.
Any reasonable adjustments must not compromise the requirements of the relevant training product and the integrity, equity and fairness of assessment.
Course Dates
Why Choose PTI?
- Industry-leading training in WA
- Employer-valued certification
- Pathway to advanced qualifications
- Opportunity to reduce internal compliance costs