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SEM0019 SES Safety Officer

SEM0019

Provides the knowledge and skills required to recognise potential health and safety risks and take the necessary action in operational and training environments.
Upon the successful completion of this course you will be able to undertake the role of safety officer in SES functions where you have previously demonstrated a high level of underpinning knowledge and skills.

Introduction:

The SES Safety Officer course has been developed to provide QFES members with the knowledge and skills to undertake the operational role of safety officer for a functional team. The course has been written to satisfy QFES organisational requirements and to reflect the relevant nationally accredited unit PUAWHS002 Maintain safety at an incident scene.

Target Audience:

SES Staff and Volunteer Members

Learning Outcomes:

  • SEM0019 SES Safety Officer
  • PUAWHS002 Maintain safety at an incident scene

Learning Methods:

This course is conducted via a Face-to-Face workshop. It is approximately 4 hours in duration

Program Benefits:

  • determine hazards at an incident scene
  • implement hazard controls at an incident scene
  • maintain personal safety
  • contribute to maintaining safety of other work group members
  • communicate verbally and non-verbally
  • follow procedures and instructions
  • record information
  • use communication equipment
  • work with others in a team situation.

Content:

  • Safety in QFES
  • Risk management in the SES – Part 1
  • Risk management in the SES – Part 2
  • The role of the Safety Officer
  • After Incident – Investigation and Assistance

Upcoming Workshops