PUAEQU001 - Prepare, maintain and test response equipment

This course will equip you with the skills required to be responsible for the maintenance and testing of equipment used in emergency response situations

Duration

1 Day

Cost

$240

Location

Delivery Mode

Face-to-Face

Accredited

PUAEQU001 - Prepare, maintain and test response equipment overview

The PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment unit provides learners with the essential skills and knowledge required to prepare, maintain and test emergency response equipment in line with organisational procedures, WHS obligations and legislative requirements. Designed for personnel working in emergency management, fire and rescue, and operational response roles, this nationally recognised unit supports safe, reliable and compliant equipment readiness in high‑risk environments.

What You Will Learn:

Inspection Skills — Conduct routine and scheduled inspections of emergency response equipment.
Testing Procedures — Apply correct testing methods to verify equipment functionality.
Maintenance Tasks — Clean, service and maintain PPE, tools and communication devices.
Documentation Accuracy — Complete logs, registers and maintenance records to organisational standards.
Fault Reporting — Identify defects, tag equipment and follow escalation processes.
Safety Awareness — Recognise hazards and apply WHS controls during maintenance activities.
Storage Practices — Store equipment to maintain operational readiness and prevent deterioration.

On completion of this unit, participants will be equipped to support effective emergency response operations through consistent equipment readiness, accurate reporting and adherence to organisational and legislative requirements. This course strengthens workplace capability, promotes a culture of safety, and ensures personnel can confidently manage and maintain critical response equipment.

Entry Requirements

• Age: Participants must be a minimum of 18 years old
• Unique Student Identifier (USI): A valid USI must be provided prior to course commencement
• Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital needs (LLND): must be assessed before commencing the course you are enrolled for. You need to be confident to interpret safety instructions, complete documentation and communicate directly and using radios to complete the theory and practical components of the course
• Identification: Official Photo Identification will need to be presented on the day of your course

Is this course for me?

The PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment unit is suitable for individuals who are required to inspect, maintain and test equipment used in response to emergency incidents across mining, industrial, community and organisational settings.

This course is ideal for:

Personnel working in mining and resources emergency response teams
Safety, rescue and medical support staff in high‑risk industries
Workers responsible for maintaining operational or emergency equipment
Supervisors overseeing equipment readiness and site safety functions
New to industry students seeking foundational skills in emergency equipment preparation and maintenance
Organisations aiming to strengthen emergency preparedness and compliance through trained staff

Suitable for:

Individuals working in operation roles, generally working in teams that have responsibility for the outcome of others
Organisations seeking to ensure staff are trained and compliant with WHS and emergency response requirements

Course Benefits

Completing the PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment course provides participants with critical safety and professional competencies to safely prepare, maintain and test essential response equipment valued across multiple industries.

Key benefits include:

Improved Safety Awareness – Learn to inspect, maintain and test emergency and safety equipment.
National Recognition – Gain a Statement of Attainment recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Regulatory Compliance – Meet WHS, emergency response, and industry-specific safety requirements.
Practical Experience – Train with industry-standard equipment in realistic scenarios to build confidence and proficiency.
Career Progression – Enhance understanding of equipment performance, limitations and compliance requirements.
Emergency Readiness – Knowledge and skills to maintain and test equipment used in response to emergency situation

Career Opportunities

The PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment unit supports roles that require competence in preparing, maintaining and testing operational response equipment across emergency, safety, mining and industrial environments.

Roles that this unit may be relevant to:

Emergency Response Coordinator
Emergency Services Officer (ESO)
Mine Rescue Team Member
Emergency Medical Technician (Industrial)
Health & Safety Advisor
Mine Site Services Operator
Entry‑Level Emergency Response Support Crew

Industry sectors where this unit may be relevant to:

Mining and resources
Oil, gas, and petrochemical industries
Construction and engineering
Infrastructure, manufacturing and processing plants

While this unit provides skills relevant to the roles listed above, completion does not guarantee employment or specific job placement

What will I learn?

On completing PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment, students will be able to:

Inspect response equipment
Test response equipment
Clean, maintain and restow equipment

Accredited Units

This course includes the following nationally recognised unit(s) of competency:

PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment – National Training Register – PUAEQU001 Prepare, maintain and test response equipment

PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment is a standalone unit of competency,accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)

It may be delivered individually or as part of a qualification or skill set.

Skill sets that include this unit are:

PUASS00092 Vertical Rescue – National Training Register – PUASS00092 Vertical Rescue
PUASS00090 Structural Collapse – National Training Register – PUASS00090 Structural Collapse
PUASS00054 Basic Rescue – National Training Register – PUASS00054 Basic Rescue

Qualifications that include this unit are:

RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue – National Training Register – RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue
PUA20719 Certificate II in Public Safety (Firefighting Operations) – National Training Register – PUA20719 Certificate II in Public Safety (Firefighting Operations)
PUA20622 Certificate II in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations) – National Training Register – PUA20622 Certificate II in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
PUA20219 Certificate II in Public Safety (SES) – National Training Register – PUA20219 Certificate II in Public Safety (SES)

Unit Code	Unit Name
Prepare, maintain and test response equipment	Prepare, maintain and test response equipment

Language, Literacy & Numeracy (LLN)

Participants will need sufficient English skills to interpret safety instructions, complete documentation and communicate during classroom and practical demonstrations and assessments.
A pre-course LLND assessment ensures you have the reading, writing, numeracy and communication skills needed to successfully complete the course.
Digital Literacy – you will require digital technology proficiency sufficient to use and navigate various forms of digital and electronic tools, platforms and technology to communicate and demonstrate understanding of course information and skills.

Pre-Requisites

FIRE SECTOR – Prior to the issuance of this PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment unit to individuals within the fire sector or the units contributing to the attainment of a fire qualification, it is essential that the prerequisite unit listed below is obtained and presented:

PUAFIR210 Prevent injury – National Training Register – PUAFIR210 Prevent injury

Assessment

The following methods will be used to assess competency for PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment

Assessor Checklists
Theoretical Assessments including short answer and multi-choice questions
Individual and team based practical and scenario assessments

Certification

The PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment unit is a nationally recognised competency, accredited under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

Successful participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for National Training Register – PUAEQU001 Prepare, maintain and test response equipment issued by an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) upon demonstrating competency in all assessment requirements.

What will be provided on the day

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and training materials will be provided on the day of your course.

Our Forrestdale Training Facility has a compact kitchen area with an automated tea/coffee machine.

A fridge and microwave are provided for participants to store and heat their own snacks/meals.
A vending machine is stocked with quick snacks, healthy options and bottle/canned drinks.
Alternatively, there are a variety of food outlets and cafes close by. We recommend purchasing before your course starts as businesses may change advertised operating hours without notice

Please bring your own water bottle – we have a cold-water unit for refills.

What to wear

Courses include practical demonstrations and assessments that all participants are required to be involved in.

All participants are required to wear:
• Long pants
• Long sleeved shirts
• Steel cap safety boots
• Prescription glasses if worn.

We also encourage you to dress accordingly for weather conditions and suggest the following items:
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Additional clothing to keep dry/warm if raining or windy

Identification

On the day of your course, you will be required to provide official photo identification on arrival at our Forrestdale Training Centre or other training locations.

Official photo identification includes Driver Licence, Passport or Australian State or Territory issued Photo Card.

Expired identification will not be accepted.

Physical Capacity and Fitness

To safely and effectively participate in PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment, learners must demonstrate a strong level of physical capability, attention to detail, and operational discipline. These expectations ensure participants can competently prepare, inspect, maintain, and test emergency response equipment in accordance with organisational procedures and operational readiness standards.

Students should be able to:

Apply Systematic Inspection and Maintenance Practices – Conduct thorough checks, servicing, and functional testing of a wide range of response equipment—such as hoses, tools, PPE, breathing apparatus, communications gear, and monitoring devices—while following strict organisational protocols and manufacturer specifications.
Demonstrate Physical Capability for Equipment Handling – Lift, carry, assemble, and operate equipment that may be heavy, awkward, or require repetitive movement. Learners must be able to work safely in workshop, station, or operational environments where bending, kneeling, manual handling, and extended periods of standing may be required.
Maintain High Levels of Accuracy and Documentation Discipline – Record inspections, faults, repairs, and test results clearly and accurately. This includes completing equipment logs, tagging defective items, and reporting issues through established organisational systems.
Identify and Manage Equipment Faults – Recognise signs of wear, damage, contamination, or malfunction, and take appropriate action to isolate, report, or rectify equipment issues to ensure operational readiness and safety.
Follow Organisational Safety and WHS Procedures –Work safely with tools, cleaning agents, testing equipment, and mechanical systems while adhering to WHS/OHS requirements, including safe manual handling, PPE use, and hazard control measures.
Prepare Equipment for Deployment –Ensure equipment is correctly assembled, stored, charged, calibrated, or otherwise made ready for immediate operational use. This includes understanding deployment requirements for different incident types and ensuring equipment meets operational standards.

Photography and Filming

We will capture training, demonstrations and assessment by taking photographs or video or sound recordings.
We will include in our enrolment package to you a photographic/media consent form which details the collection and use of your personal image in any way by Risk Management Training Solutions Pty Ltd (RMTS) for print and digital communications, publications, productions or presentations as well as for identification purposes and as evidence of participation and assessment activity.
Your completed consent form will be placed on file and retained by RMTS. We will also advise you in this form on how you can withdraw your consent.

Duration

Delivered over 1 day.

Exact daily schedules—including start and finish times, break periods, and assessment windows—will be provided upon completion of enrolment, allowing us to tailor information to your specific training group and location.

RMTS trainers and assessors deliver a blend of supervised learning, theoretical assessment activities, and realistic scenario‑based training to ensure learners can confidently apply their skills in real‑world environments. Each training day is structured to balance knowledge development with hands‑on practice, including multiple opportunities to participate in realistic simulations and skill‑building exercises.

Delivery Locations

This course is delivered at a range of workplaces and training sites to provide realistic, industry-specific learning environments. See our locations below:

Forrestdale office
On site
In your workplace/office

ON-SITE with RMTS

RMTS can deliver many of our courses at your nominated site or in your workplace.

Why send staff off‑site when RMTS can deliver high‑impact training right at your location?

Forrestdale, Perth

Experience dynamic learning at Forrestdale, Perth with great facilities in a great location

Fees

The cost of the PUAEQU001 – Prepare, maintain and test response equipment unit reflects the high level of industry expertise, resources, and workplace-based training provided.

Title	Fee
Full Fee¹	$240
Location	Please request course fees for your workplace or onsite delivery

RMTS Fee Policy - Full fees are payable upfront to secure your enrolment
Corporate Bookings - We are able to provide an invoice upon receipt of your purchase order
Location - Fees displayed are applicable to training conducted at our Forrestdale Training Facility only

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