COURSE 2

FIRST LEVEL OF FIRE FIGHTING : Apply Fire Fighting Techniques

DO YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO IN THIS SITUATION?

By taking this course you will be equipped with the knowledge to act appropriately in this situation

COURSE 2

FIRST LEVEL OF FIRE FIGHTING : Apply Fire Fighting Techniques

A learner will be able to:

  • Identify differnet types of fires, explain and practice fire prevention.
  • Operate basic fire fighting equipment and perform basic fire fighting procedures.

Purpose of the Course:

Identifying, containing, preventing and extinguishing of different types of fires, by operating basic fire fighting equipment.

Accreditation:

This course is accredited by HWSETA and aligned with SAQA Unit Standard Number 252250.

Entry Requirement:

Proficiency in the English language

Content of the Course:

  • Elements of a fire
  • Triangle (Tetrahedron) of Combustion
  • Classes of Fires
  • Extinguishing Mediums
  • Extinguishing Methods
  • Instruction Labels – Colour coding
  • Hose Reel
  • Fire Blankets
  • Correct placement of fire equipment
  • Inspection of fire equipment
  • Total evacuation process

Evacuation:

  • Planning
  • Objectives
  • Considerations
  • Procedures
  • Activate alarm system and report to fire department
  • Actions when smoke logged or trapped in a building
  • Practical use of hand held Fire Fighting Equipment

Validity:

2 Years

Duration:

2 Days

OUR FIRE TRAINING COURSES

Course 1

Introduction to Fire Fighting

Course 2

First Level of Fire Fighting : Apply Fire Fighting Techniques

Course 3

Advanced Fire Fighting : Apply Fire Fighting Techniques & Demonstrate Knowledge & Use of Hand Operated Fire Fighting Equipment

Course 4

Evacuation