Course code : CPP30821
certificate III in fire protection inspection and testing
BUILD YOUR OWN COURSE
CPP30821
certificate III in fire protection inspection and testing
BUILD YOUR OWN COURSE
This course allows participants to tailor training to align with their job role, skills needs or to meet a particular licensing or accreditation outcome. The course is delivered in the workplace with support from industry experts.
Who’s it for?
This course is for routine service technicians employed in the fire protection industry who are looking to top up and validate existing skills and knowledge or learn new skills to gain a promotion and enhance career opportunities.
Are there any special requirements needed to take this course?
- Participants must be employed in the fire industry or be capable of conducting routine service of specific fire protection equipment under supervision in the workplace.
- Participants require access to a personal computer or tablet and have basic computer skills to enable use of the on-line learning system.
COURSE INFORMATION
Fire Industry Academy provides a choice of pathways to complete this course. A Training Course Pathway and a Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Pathway.
Training Course Pathway
This pathway follows a typical training course style of delivery. Learners complete lessons to attain or improve their skills before completing a range of different assessments.
The assessments include knowledge assessments to test how well you understand fundamental principles and underlying requirements; and practical assessments. The practical assessments require learners to complete a series of exercises in the workplace or a simulated environment that focus on your skills to complete tasks to industry standards.
Select this pathway if you want to learn new skills or to build on your existing skills and knowledge. The course is delivered using a blended model of learning which includes comprehensive online training, supported by workplace-based learning in the field.
Participants are supported throughout the learning process by our industry experts.
RPL Pathway
This pathway is for experienced fire technicians who can provide evidence of having completed the routine service of fire protection systems and equipment. Preferably an applicant would have a minimum of 12 months experience, however more importantly they must have completed a sufficient number of service activities in a range of different business types to demonstrate competency.
Applicants are required to submit evidence in the form of completed service records and reports that clearly show they have completed the routine service work in accordance with industry standards.
They will also be required to submit a practical demonstration, such as recording a video of completing a specific task, undertake an interview style assessment with a qualified assessor, and complete knowledge and scenario type questions to demonstrate their knowledge aligns with industry requirements.
A participant must have experience servicing the fire systems and equipment covered by each unit of competency selected or included in the course.
The course provides participants with the foundation skills and knowledge to perform routine service work in the fire protection industry and covers:
- Routine servicing of complex fire protection and suppression systems. Learners can select units of competency to cover water-based and gaseous fire suppression systems
- Understanding key Australian standards, regulations and codes related to routine servicing of fire protection systems and equipment
- Maintaining workplace health and safety
- Ability to organise work schedules and complete tasks safely and efficiently in line with industry standards
- Ability to discuss servicing needs with clients for a range of fire protection systems and equipment
Participants are required to select ten (10) units of competency to meet their specific needs. Particular rules must be followed when selecting the ten (10) units. These rules are listed below.
Rule #1 - A minimum of four (4) units from the list below must be selected
CPPFES2003 Safely move loads and dangerous goods
CPPFES2047 Inspect and test control and indicating equipment
CPPFES3024 Inspect and maintain portable foam-generating equipment
CPPFES3032 Conduct enclosure integrity testing
CPPFES3038 Inspect, test and maintain portable fire monitors
CPPFES3040 Install passive fire and smoke containment systems
CPPFES3042 Install and commission pre-engineered fire-suppression systems
CPPFES3044 Interpret installation requirements for gaseous fire-suppression systems
CPPFES3045 Install gaseous agent containers and actuators
CPPFES3046 Decommission gaseous agent containers and actuators
CPCPFS3042** Conduct annual functional testing of complex water-based
fire-suppression systems
CPCPFS3043** Conduct functional water flow testing
Units that have ** after their code require you to include the unit CPCPCM2043 from the list below, as this unit is a prerequisite.
Rule #2 - A maximum of four (4) units from the list below may be selected
BSBHRM413 Support the learning and development of teams and individuals
BSBLDR301 Support effective workplace relationships
BSBOPS301 Maintain business resources
BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers
BSBSTR301 Contribute to continuous improvement
BSBWHS311 Assist with maintaining workplace safety
BSBXTW301 Work in a team
CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
HLTAID011 Provide first aid
TAEDEL301 Provide work skill instruction
Rule #3 - A maximum of four (4) units from the list below may be selected
BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans
BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures
CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBC4024 Resolve business disputes
CPCPCM3024 Prepare simple drawings
CPCPCM4011 Carry out work-based risk control processes
CPCPCM4012 Estimate and cost work
CPCPCM4015 Access and interpret regulatory requirements for the plumbing and services industry
CPCPFS3040 Conduct basic functional testing of water-based fire-suppression systems
CPCPFS3041 Inspect and test fire pumpsets
CPPFES2025 Inspect, test and maintain gaseous fire-suppression systems
CPPFES2043 Apply regulations to prevent ozone depleting substance and synthetic greenhouse gas emissions
Unsure which units to select? Complete the course enquiry form and one of our friendly team members will help build a course specific to your needs.
- The course is self-paced and typically takes 12-18 months to complete.
- Participants are required to complete the course within 24 months of enrolling.
- The course if delivered in the workplace via a distance-based delivery model and supported by an online learning sytem
- Participants are supported throughout the learning process by our industry experts
- This course will meet licensing and accreditation requirements that have a Certificate III in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing as one of the application requirements.
- In some states and territories, a licence or accreditation may be required to undertake fire protection work.
- Visit www.fia.edu.au/advice for information on state and territory requirements or complete our course enquiry form and let us demystify licensing and accreditation requirements and identify your training needs.
On completion of this course, participants may choose to enrol in other courses that cover servicing of other fire protection systems and equipment or select from any of our professional development courses
Course Fees
Training Pathway $4,100
- $1,500 – Required at enrolment
- Balance payable in 3 instalments over 6 months
RPL Pathway $3,325
- $1,500 – Required at enrolment
- Balance payable in 3 instalments over 6 months
Course outcomes
On successful completion of this course, participants will be awarded CPP30821 Certificate III in Fire Protection Inspection and Testing. The Course includes the following units of competency, plus ten (10) electives of your choice: