Overview
This course is designed to support fire protection technicians responsible for regularly inspecting, testing and maintaining of pre-engineered fire-suppression systems.
Duration: 6 hour workshop
Cost: $425 per person
Components: Face-to-face intensive training and assessment
Location: Perth WA
Pre-requisites: as per entry requirements
CPPFES2027 Inspect, test and maintain non-gaseous pre-engineered fire suppression systems
Course Overview
This unit of competency supports fire protection technicians responsible for regularly inspecting, testing and maintaining pre-engineered, foam, wet chemical, powder or water mist fire-suppression systems. This unit does not apply to any installation, replacement, maintenance and repair functions that are restricted to licensed trades or occupations (subject to relevant state and territory regulations).
The CPPFES2027 Inspect, test and maintain non-gaseous pre-engineered fire suppression systems is delivered as follows:
6 hour workshop comprised of face-to-face training with theory and practical assessments in a classroom setting. Throughout the workshop participants will be exposed to simulate workplace practical’s preparing to conduct fire equipment inspection.
To meet the assessment requirements in full, participants will need to complete a workplace logbook post-course to demonstrate transfer of skills. This includes the inspection, testing and maintenance of two non-gaseous systems, using different extinguishing agents and completing the following maintenance activities for each system:
- replacing the agent and recharging the system to operational condition
- replacing one component within the extinguishing system with approved replacement componentry
- replacing one component within the detection system with approved replacement componentry.
Additional training to help the participant meet the requirements of the course will be available. Participants will receive support during the course as needed. PTI also makes themselves available to the students for workplace support within the scope of training. There may be an extra cost associated.
CPPFES2027 Inspect, test and maintain non-gaseous pre-engineered fire suppression systems
Unit Of Competency
It is a requirement of this course that the participants have one or more of the following units of competency or equivalent:
- CPPFES2004A Identify types of installed fire safety equipment and systems
- CPPFES2010A Inspect and test fire hose reels
- CPPFES2011A Install portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets
- CPPFES2020A Conduct routine inspection and testing of fire extinguishers and fire blankets
- CPPFES2021A Inspect, test and maintain fire extinguishers
Communication
Participants are required to speak and write in English along with good literacy and numeracy skills. Participants will need to be able to read and write detailed reports. The ability to communicate complex skills to other participants is a requirement to meet the course requirements.
Participants needing support will receive the needed help. Extra support may incur further costs to the participant.
Physical capacity
Have a good level of fitness to be able to conduct good manual handling techniques. You should be able to safely pick up 20kg and conduct 10 minutes of mild continuous exercise.
Drivers License
Have a valid or the equivalent of an Australian drivers license.