Certificate II in Public Safety Fire Fighting (PUA20622)

2023 Dates
Course dates available upon request

Certificate II Fire Fighting PUA20622

Certificate II in Fire Fighting PUA20622 is designed for emergency response team members, firefighters, and individuals responsible for public safety, including production workers, maintenance staff, managers, and supervisors. This qualification equips participants with practical skills and knowledge in various firefighting and emergency response techniques. The certificate consists of eleven units: six core units, two electives from Group A, and three electives from Group B.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment
  • PUAFIR203 – Respond to urban fire
  • PUAFIR207 – Operate breathing apparatus open circuit
  • PUAFIR210 – Prevent injury
  • PUAOPE013 – Operate communications systems and equipment
  • PUATEA001 – Work in a team

Electives Group A

Electives Group B

  • PUACOM001 – Communicate in the workplace
  • PUALAW001 – Protect and preserve the incident scene
  • PUAFIR220 – Respond to isolated structure fire
  • PUAWHS001 – Follow defined WHS policies and procedures
  • PUAFIR206 – Check installed fire safety systems
  • PUAFIR204 – Respond to wildfire

Career And Vocational Opportunities

Upon successful completion, participants may consider roles such as:

  • Emergency Response Team Member
  • Volunteer in Emergency Services
  • Mines Rescue

This course is relevant to those working in:

  • Emergency Services
  • Mining
  • Manufacturing
  • General Industry

Entry Requirements

Participants are required to have enclosed footwear, safety boots, a 100% cotton drill shirt, be clean-shaven (in compliance with AS/NZS 1715), and be medically fit.

Delivery And Duration

Certificate II in Public Safety (Fire Fighting) is available to the public upon request. Training includes both theoretical and practical components.

RPL/Learning Pathways

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is not offered for this course.

Learner Support

If you require special assistance, including support with language, literacy, or numeracy, please notify us prior to the course so that appropriate support services can be arranged. Students with special dietary needs should contact the Academy before the course for alternative arrangements. A Student Handbook, available on our website and at our office, provides training guidelines. All students have the right to appeal or lodge a complaint regarding the course outcome. For further details, please refer to our Appeals & Complaints Procedure, available through our administration team.

For more information please visit:

Training.gov.au