- Written Assessment
- Practical Assessment
Course Code: TGS-2025054648
Funding Validity Period: 22/04/2025 to 05/03/2027
This training provides trainees with the essential knowledge and skills to function as a member of an emergency response team in order to implement the emergency response skills during a fire incident in workplaces.
It covers basic fire fighting, rescue techniques and procedures while being an Emergency Response Team member for workplaces that can be utilised during a fire incident in workplaces.
Teaching Method
Classroom Facilitated Training
Class Size
20
Course Attendance
100% for Classroom Facilitated Training and Practical Training (Work-Based/Workplace Learning)
On completion of this unit, the learner will have the knowledge and be equipped with the application skills and knowledge required to effectively respond to fire incidents. This includes:
- Introduce or reinforce the relevant legislations surrounding the formations and activation of CERT
- Familiarize participants with the various possible fire hazards and the usage of fire protection systems in buildings
- Instruct participants on correct methods to conduct initial fire-fighting using various extinguishing mediums
Literacy and Numeracy:
- Able to listen, read and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to ES Workplace Literacy and Numeracy Level 4
Working Experience:
- Relevant work experience to the workplace they would like to be a part of
Assumed Attitudes:
- Self-directed learner, with an open and analytical mind
In addition, workers in this sector are required to be dynamic, assertive and able to respond to any fire incident situations. They are also expected to be able to gather correct information and compile necessary data to assist in fire-fighting. Having communication skills using various methods and techniques is also expected. They should be self-directed learners and proactive towards problem-solving and at all times, be safety-conscious and disciplined in adhering to safe work procedures.
- Introduce or reinforce the relevant legislations surrounding the formations and activation of CERT
- Familiarize participants with the various possible fire hazards and the usage of fire protection systems in buildings
- Instruct participants on correct methods to conduct initial fire-fighting using various extinguishing mediums
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This course is applicable for SkillsFuture Funding up to 70%.
*From 1 Jan 2022, SkillsFuture course funding will be revised to a baseline of 50% subsidy, with an additional 20% subsidy (up to 70% subsidy) for SMEs and Mid-career individuals (Singapore citizens above 40 years old) . Do note that the funding amount advised is not final and is subject to changes.
If you are a Singaporean aged 25 and above, you can choose to use your SkillsFuture Credit to offset the payment for this course. Visit the SkillsFuture Credit website www.skillsfuture.sg/credit to choose from the wide range of approved skills-related courses available on the SkillsFuture Credit course directory.
Candidates who have completed and certified competent will receive a Statement Of Attainment from SSG
