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Student must be deemed competent in the above pre-requisite units in order to progress to the next stage of the course. Each stage, the units will be delivered in a logical sequence.
Completion of this course prepares students for roles in emergency response and rescue operations, including positions such as vertical rescue or fire and rescue officer, emergency response team member, confined space rescue specialist, or workplace safety and rescue coordinator. It also provides a pathway to further training in advanced rescue techniques, hazardous environments, or leadership roles within emergency services.
Upon completion of this training students may progress to advanced rescue and emergency response training, such as emergency response and rescue, confined space rescue, hazardous materials response within emergency services. This provides a pathway to higher-level qualifications and specialised skills for career advancement in the emergency response sector.
Student Handbook – Please refer to our student handbook for our policies and more information.
Students must have the physical capability to safely undertake the practical components of this course. Practical activities may include:
Performing rescue operations at height or in confined spaces
Using rescue and safety equipment correctly and safely
Participating in team-based rescue scenarios
Conducting risk assessments and implementing safety measures
Responding to simulated emergency situations
Administering basic emergency life support
Students must also demonstrate psychological readiness, including the ability to:
Remain calm and focused in high-pressure or emergency situations
Make clear and effective decisions under stress
Communicate effectively with team members during critical tasks
Respond appropriately to simulated emergencies and unexpected challenges
Maintain situational awareness and follow safety procedures at all times
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This four-day, 8 hours per day, face-to-face course combines theory and practical training, delivered by experienced trainers with current industry knowledge.
Theory training and assessment – students will gain the knowledge to understand relevant safety standards and legislation, assess risks, plan and prepare for rescue operations, correctly use and maintain rescue equipment, and develop effective decision-making and problem-solving skills in emergency situations.
Practical Training with Demonstration and Assessment – the hands-on component allows students to apply their knowledge in realistic vertical and confined-space scenarios. Through practical exercises, they develop skills in using rescue equipment, performing safe rescue operations, working effectively as part of a team, and responding confidently to emergency situations. Competency is assessed through observation of performance in these practical tasks, ensuring students meet the required standards under supervision.
The course uses a blended learning approach, including face-to-face exercises, workplace simulations, and integrated knowledge assessments, ensuring students gain the competency, confidence, and safety awareness needed to operate safely during vertical rescue operations.
Assessment is conducted by qualified assessors using a combination of tools and methods, in accordance with the principles of assessment (fairness, flexibility, validity, reliability) and the rules of evidence (valid, sufficient, current, authentic). Students will be assessed as either Competent or Not Yet Competent based on their performance against the unit requirements. Assessment methods may include:
Direct observation of practical skills
Verbal questioning to assess underpinning knowledge
Written responses to theory-based questions
Portfolio evidence, including completed workplace documents or work samples
A combination of the above methods
If you are assessed as Not Yet Competent (NYC), you will have the opportunity to be reassessed. You may contact Host Safety and Training (RTO 40772) to arrange your reassessment. A reassessment fee may apply.
Reassessment will focus only on the part of the assessment that was not successfully completed.
Reassessment must be completed within 60 days of the original assessment.
If the 60-day period lapses, the full assessment may need to be repeated.
Host Safety and Training RTO (40772) offers Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for students who can demonstrate prior skills and experience relevant to the course outcomes. Students may also be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT) for unit of competency they have previously completed through another Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
RPL and CT applications are assessed individually in accordance with our RPL/CT Policy and the requirements of the training package.
This course is also available for delivery at the client’s site by arrangement. Please contact info@hostsafetytraining.com.au for information on upcoming course locations.
Students who successfully complete all training and assessment requirements of the course will be awarded a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment for the following units of competency, issued by Host Safety and Training (RTO 40772):
PUASAR022 Participate in a rescue operation
PUASAR032 Undertake vertical rescue
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
PUAFIR210 Prevent injury
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Based on the Sunshine Coast, we have offices in Gladstone, Mackay, Victoria and Northern Territory and have serviced clients across the country.
We also offer on-site training and request.
The length of training will depend on the course itself. Some course require a few hours where others take between one and five business days to complete.
The length of our training courses are included in the course description.
Some certifications do not have an expiry date, while others will expire in one – five years. However, this is dependent on the course.
Contact us to find out if you need to be re-trained. Our expert team can provide further information on what courses require re-training or re-certification.
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