Course Description

PURPOSE OF THE UNIT STANDARD
A learner credited with this unit standard will be capable of identifying, containing, preventing and extinguishing different types of fires by operating basic fire fighting equipment.

The qualifying learner will be capable of:
Identifying different types of fires.
Explaining and practice fire prevention.
Operating basic fire fighting equipment.
Perform basic fire fighting procedures.

LEARNING ASSUMED TO BE IN PLACE AND RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
It is desirable for learners wishing to achieve this unit standard to be competent at:
Communication at ABET Level 3 or equivalent.
Mathematical Literacy at ABET Level 3 or equivalent.