OVERVIEW
QUEENSLAND DELIVERY
Fire Industry Training (FiT) offers this qualification for individuals who are already working in the Fire Protection Industry and are wanting to obtain state specific Fire Protection licenses. The training is customised to assist in students' eligibility to apply for the variety of licences (Queensland specific) and in addition to improve their employability.
DURATION AND STRUCTURE
The Qualification is delivered through a variety of streams based on licence outcomes. Regardless of the stream, the qualification is generally completed in approximately 6-months, with all student completing Block 1 – Core Units and then finally completing the Elective Units that are relevant to the chosen enrolment.
Students will be required to complete online learning activities and attend regular web-based classroom sessions, all the time supported by a qualified Trainer. Once all the learning requirements have been achieved and the student is ready for assessment, a 4-6 days Assessment Block is booked.
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
For a student to be awarded this CPP20511 Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing qualification, they must successfully complete 13 units of competency (7 core and 6 elective units):
Core & Elective Units+x
CORE Units
BLOCK 1 (15 weeks)
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| BSBWOR202A | Organise and complete daily work activities |
| CPPCMN2002A | Participate in workplace safety arrangements |
| CPPCMN2003A | Provide effective client service |
| CPPFES2004A | Identify types of installed fire safety equipment and systems |
| CPPFES2005A | Demonstrate first attack firefighting equipment |
| CPPFES2006A | Prepare for installation and servicing operations |
| CPPFES2007A | Maintain quality of work and promote continuous improvement |
ELECTIVE Units
Stream 1 - 6 & Additional
| STREAM 1 - Emergency lighting occupational licence; Inspect | |
| CPPFES2026A | Inspect and test emergency and exit lighting systems |
| STREAM 2 - *Fire detection, alarm and warning systems occupational licence; Maintain - extra low voltage | |
| CPPFES2029A | Conduct functional tests on fire detection, warning and intercommunication devices |
| CPPFES2047A | Inspect and test control and indicating equipment |
| STREAM 3 - Fire hydrants and hose reels occupational licence; Inspect and Test | |
| CPPFES2037A | Inspect and test fire hydrant systems |
| STREAM 4 - Passive fire protection - fire collars, penetration joint sealing occupational licence; Certify, Install and maintain | |
| CPPFES2039A | Identify, inspect and test passive fire and smoke containment products and systems |
| STREAM 5 - Passive fire protection - fire doors and shutters occupational licence; Inspect and Test | |
| CPPFES2035A | Identify, inspect and test fire and smoke doors |
| STREAM 6 - *Portable fire equipment and hose reels (hose reels down stream of stop cock only) occupational licence; Install and Maintain | |
| CPPFES2010A | Inspect and test fire hose reels |
| CPPFES2011A | Install portable fire extinguishers and fire blankets |
| CPPFES2020A | Conduct routine inspection and testing of fire extinguishers and fire blankets |
| ADDITIONAL ELECTIVES: | |
| CPPFES2003A | Safely move loads and dangerous goods |
| CPPFES2043A | Prevent ozone depleting substance and synthetic greenhouse gas emissions |
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
To enter this course an applicant must be able to demonstrate they hold current industry knowledge, which FiT defines as at least 6-months of consistent relevant work. Throughout the enrolment process the applicant must provide evidence to demonstrate experience within relevant work activities, including:
- Copy of the relevant job description and pay slips to validate the job description
- Written support from their employer
- Signed copy of their current resume or CV
- Certified copies of other relevant formal and informal training certificates or statements of learning.
It is recommended that students are able to demonstrate Language, Literacy and Numeracy skills equivalent to Level 3 of the Australian Core Skills Framework (ACSF).
RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING AND CREDIT TRANSFERS
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is an assessment only process. RPL captures evidence from a student who has already learnt in other courses, from life and/or work experience and from any training at work. This 'Prior Learning' must be relevant to one or more of the units of competency they are enrolling in. A student who is assessed through RPL as competent in a unit is not required to do that unit in the course.
If you believe you have completed a unit of competency in another formal learning experience, you may be eligible for a Credit Transfer (CT). You will have to provide a certified copy of the Statement of Results or Statement of Attainment through the enrolment process as evidence. If a CT is identified, you will not have to complete the unit again, or be charged for that unit.
QUALIFICATION AND STATEMENT
On successful completion of CPP20511 Certificate II in Fire Protection Inspection & Testing, students will be awarded a Qualification. A Statement of Attainment will be issued to students who partially complete the Certificate.
PATHWAYS AND CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Students will develop skills that lead to:
- Work opportunities that include scope to carry out licenced work in some Australian States and Territories
- Increased employability skills within the Fire Industry
- Further study to obtain other Units of Competency which are relevant to variety of fire occupational licences.
FEES & PAYMENT
FiT offers a range of accredited and non-accredited courses which do not attract government funding. Eligible individuals may attract industry or employee fund subsidies. As these arrangements vary from state to state and according to an individual’s circumstances, please contact FiT to discuss these options.
FULL FEE STUDENT:
Full Qualification $2,750
$1,500 - Required at commencement
$1,250 - Required at Block 2 commencement.
RPL Application $2,200
$1,500 - Required at submission of application
$700 - Final payment made before outcome letter supplied
Any gap training required will be subjected to additional single unit of competency fees.
Single unit of competency $220 - $400
Full payment required at commencement of learning.
NFIA MEMBER:
Full Qualification $2,200
$1,500 - Required at commencement
$700 - Required at Block 2 commencement.
RPL Application $1,750
$1,250 - Required at submission of application
$500 - Final payment made before outcome letter supplied
Any gap training required will be subjected to additional single unit of competency fees.
Single unit of competency $170 - $350
Full payment required at commencement of learning.
