The PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe unit provides participants with nationally recognised skills and knowledge to safely manage hazardous materials incidents. This unit equips learners to assess, contain, and neutralise hazardous substances while minimising risks to personnel, the public, and the environment. Participants gain a clear understanding of operational procedures, hazard identification, and the safe use of specialised equipment in high-risk environments.
What you will learn:
Upon successful completion, participants will gain the skills and confidence to safely manage hazardous materials incidents in line with national standards. This training builds essential professional capability for emergency services personnel and high-risk responders, ensuring all incident management is effective, safe, and legally compliant.
The PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe unit is suitable for individuals who are required to respond as part of team to emergency incidents.
This course is ideal for:
Suitable for:
Completing the PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe course provides participants with the capability to safely identify, assess, and control hazardous materials incidents while supporting safer workplaces and more effective emergency response.
Key benefits include:
The PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe unit supports progression into operational, emergency response, and safety roles that involve identifying, assessing, and managing hazardous materials incidents.
Roles that this unit may be relevant to:
Industry sectors where this unit may be relevant:
On completing PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe, students will be able to:
This course includes the following nationally recognised unit(s) of competency:
It may be delivered individually or as part of a qualification or skill set.
Qualifications that include this unit are:
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
| PUAFIR324 | Render hazardous materials incidents safe |
FIRE SECTOR – It is essential that the prerequisite units listed below are obtained prior to the issuance of PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe to individuals within the fire sector or the units contributing to the attainment of a fire qualification.
The following methods will be used to assess competency for PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe
The PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe 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 – PUAFIR324 Render hazardous materials incidents safe issued by an Australian Registered Training Organisation (RTO) upon demonstrating competency in all assessment requirements.
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 business may change advertised operating hours without notice.
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
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.
Expired identification will not be accepted.
To safely participate in PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe, learners must demonstrate a high level of physical capability, situational awareness, and personal readiness for operating in hazardous materials (HAZMAT) environments. These expectations ensure participants can effectively manage the physical, cognitive, and procedural demands of responding to incidents involving dangerous goods, hazardous chemicals, or other substances that pose risks to life, property, and the environment.
Students should be able to:
This unit will require participants to be clean shaven to wear the breathing apparatus for demonstrations and assessments. The ability to wear breathing apparatus and perform tasks under simulated operational conditions (eg confined spaces, reduced visibility, or heat exposure) will be part of demonstrations and assessments.
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.
This course is delivered at a range of workplaces and training sites to provide realistic, industry-specific learning environments. See our locations below:
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?
Contact us to tailor a site-specific program and create a delivery plan built specifically for your operational needs.
Experience dynamic learning at Forrestdale, Perth with great facilities in a great location
The cost of the PUAFIR324 – Render hazardous materials incidents safe unit reflects the high level of industry expertise, resources, and workplace-based training provided.
| Title | Fee |
| Full Fee1 | $695 |
| Location | Please request course fees for your workplace or onsite delivery |
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