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Recognise and respond to fire emergencies on a composting site

Recognise and respond to fire emergencies on a composting site

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCCOM205
State Code
OFC29
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
061301 - Occupational Health And Safety
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to prevent, recognise and provide first response to fire in material or compost piles.The unit applies to individuals who work as a yard or general hand under general supervision and who exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Recognise a fire risk and undertake preventative actions
  • 1.1 Obtain and clarify procedures for first response to fire
  • 1.2 Identify location of firefighting equipment, and check to ensure all equipment is available and ready for use
  • 1.3 Recognise and report conditions that lead to fire and signs of fire
  • 1.4 Observe enterprise procedures for emergencies
  • 1.5 Implement temperature and moisture management procedures
2. Recognise and initiate response to fire
  • 2.1 Identify nature and extent of fire
  • 2.2 Report fire details and raise alarm
  • 2.3 Implement preparations for water availability for fire brigade attendance
  • 2.4 Identify hazards associated with fire emergency, and implement controls
  • 2.5 Secure immediate area of the emergency
  • 2.6 Remove machinery and equipment from area when safe to do so
  • 2.7 Select and set up firefighting equipment according to fire brigade personnel directions
3. Attack fire under direction of fire brigade
  • 3.1 Apply firefighting and containment procedures in a safe and coordinated manner
  • 3.2 Use firefighting methods and tactics according to procedures and fire brigade directions
  • 3.3 Report and act upon potential for change in fire behaviour to fire brigade and supervisor
  • 3.4 Identify and maintain clear line of retreat at all times
  • 3.5 Observe conditions at fire and report their effects on fire development
  • 3.6 Report significant changes to status of fire to supervisor and fire brigade
4. Carry out post-fire activities
  • 4.1 Identify and control smouldering fire residuals according to fire brigade directions
  • 4.2 Remove fire affected infrastructure according to workplace procedures
  • 4.3 Remove spent fuel or burnt compost and debris
  • 4.4 Undertake activities to complement post-fire operations and prevent further damage
  • 4.5 Clear and clean site and equipment
  • 4.6 Provide assistance to fire brigade to complete and record required incident information
  • 4.7 Report effectiveness of tactics employed
  • 4.8 Seek feedback on performance and note improvements for future action
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State Code National Code Title Type
BAS21 AHCCOM202 Recognise and respond to fire emergencies on a composting site Unit of competency