This 4-hour course provides students with an understanding of the different types of fire extinguishers and give you the practical skills to put out a fire using the correct equipment.

MediTrain can organise both fire extinguisher and fire safety training for all of your staff or a selected group of employees who will be team leaders or wardens in the event of a fire.

Onsite group bookings - we offer group bookings for businesses or groups of people. The course will be held at your business premises or a suitable alternative. If you would like to book a group session please book here.

Course contents include:

• The fire triangle, principles of fire suppression and the different classes of fire.
• How to identify fuel and potential fire hazards in the workplace.
• Understand the range of flammability and terminology associated with fire science.
• Offers a strategy when dealing with a fire outbreak, how to select extinguishers and safe suppression techniques.
• Covers the risks associated with using a handheld extinguisher and possible adverse consequences.
• How to practically extinguish a fire using a portable extinguisher.

NZQA Credits

The Unit Standards associated with this course are:

3271 Suppress fire using hand extinguishers and fixed hose reels - Level 2, Credits 1

4647 Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of fire science - Level 2, Credits 1

If you would like these credits logged with NZQA, please provide your National Student Number (NSN) and your date of birth to your MediTrain Instructor.