Demonstrate First Attack Firefighting Equipment Training Course is designed to equip the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively handle firefighting equipment. Here’s what you’ll learn:

Element 1: Demonstrate and explain the correct use of a portable fire extinguisher to extinguish a simulated fire

– Understand and articulate the purpose and operation of various types of fire extinguishers to relevant individuals.

– Identify different fire types and their classifications.

– Select the appropriate fire extinguisher based on the type and classification of the fire.

– Demonstrate the safe and proper usage of a fire extinguisher to combat a fire in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.

Element 2: Demonstrate and explain the correct use of the fire hose reel.

– Explain the purpose and functionality of a fire hose reel to relevant individuals.

– Properly deploy the fire hose reel following the manufacturer’s instructions.

– Operate the fire hose reel nozzle to direct the water stream accurately at the designated target.

– Shut down the water flow in the approved sequence and inspect the hose reel for leaks per the manufacturer’s guidelines.

– Rewind the fire hose reel after use as per the manufacturer’s requirements.

Element 3: Demonstrate and explain the use of a fire blanket.

– Clearly explain the purpose and application of a fire blanket.

– Demonstrate the safe and correct usage of a fire blanket to suppress a fire according to the manufacturer’s specifications.

The units of competency listed above are current on the National Register of VET at the time of publication.