RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue

Delivery Options

OPTION ONE: Face-to-Face: 20 Days of in-person training, excluding weekends.

OPTION TWO: Face-to-Face Extended / Self-Paced: Attend in-person modules over a period of up to 12 months, with flexible scheduling to accommodate individual learning needs.

The RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue is delivered through a combination of theoretical and practical components, led by experienced and qualified trainers who maintain current industry knowledge in fire, emergency response, and rescue operations. The course is delivered through a combination of structured learning methods, including:

• Face-to-face practical training exercises
• Workplace-based training conducted in real or simulated work environments
• Blended learning activities, such as workplace simulations and knowledge assessments integrated with practical demonstrations

This blended approach provides flexibility while ensuring that students develop both the theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills required to demonstrate competency in emergency response and rescue operations.

Assessment Methods

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 and tasks during training exercises
• 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, as appropriate for each unit

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer (CT)

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 units 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.

Certification

Students who successfully complete all training and assessment requirements of the course will be awarded the nationally recognised qualification in RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue issued by Host and Safety Training (RTO 40772).

Graduates will receive a Testamur for the qualification, along with a Record of Results listing the units of competency achieved:

• HLTAID014 Provide Advanced First Aid
• RIICOM201D Communicate in the workplace
• RIIERR301E Respond to work site incidents
• RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
• RIIWHS201D Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
• PUASAR022 Participate in a rescue operation
• PUAFIR207 Operate breathing apparatus open circuit
• PUAFIR306 Identify, detect and monitor hazardous materials at an incident
• PUASAR024 Undertake road crash rescue
• PUASAR025 Undertake confined space rescue
• PUASAR032 Undertake vertical rescue
• RIIERR201E Conduct fire team operations
• RIIERR302E Respond to local emergencies and incidents
• PUAEQU001 Prepare, maintain and test response equipment

This qualification is issued in accordance with the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) and complies with the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2025.

Please note:

In addition to the Testamur and Record of Results, students may also receive a Statement of Attainment for units completed outside of the qualification packaging requirements, depending on workplace needs or specific enrolment arrangements.

Additional units of competency that may be delivered and assessed include:

• HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
• HLTAID011 Provide first aid
• PUAFIR210 Prevent injury
• PUAFIR308 Employ personal protection at a hazardous materials incident
• PUAFIR324 Render hazardous materials incidents safe
• PUAFIR203 Respond to urban fire

Successful completion of these units will result in a separate Statement of Attainment being issued.