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Course details
This nationally recognised course equips participants with the skills and knowledge required to perform the role of Chief Fire Warden during workplace emergencies. It focuses on leadership, decision-making, and communication, preparing participants to direct emergency responses and manage the safety of occupants during incidents.
The course covers how to assess developing emergency events, issue clear instructions, coordinate emergency actions, and bring incidents to an orderly conclusion in line with workplace emergency control arrangements.
Training covers the nationally recognised units PUAFER006 – Lead an emergency control organisation and PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation, supporting compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and established emergency management procedures.
Course name
Chief Fire Warden
Duration
6 hours face to face
Cost
$495 per person
Course code
PUAFER006 – Lead an emergency control organisation
PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation
On-site & Group bookings
Available on request
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Target audience
Chief Fire Warden Training is intended for workers who hold senior responsibilities within a workplace Emergency Control Organisation (ECO) and are expected to oversee and coordinate emergency responses. It is suited to individuals who are required to guide others during incidents, manage communication, and oversee evacuation and response activities. This course is designed for:
- Chief Wardens and Deputy Chief Wardens appointed to lead workplace emergency responses
- Floor or area wardens moving into broader coordination or leadership roles
- Supervisors and managers with responsibility for emergency procedures and incident coordination
- Health and safety personnel involved in emergency planning and response oversight
- Workers nominated to take control during emergency situations across buildings, floors, or sites
The course is applicable across a wide range of industries, including construction, mining, manufacturing, energy, transport, health, education, logistics, and large commercial facilities, where structured emergency leadership is required to manage various emergency types.
Course delivery
Face-to-face training and assessment is conducted at one of Link Resources’ purpose-built training facilities. Upon arrangement, training and assessment can be conducted on-site at the premises of industry clients, provided there is a suitable infrastructure and industry training facilities. Upon successful completion of this fire warden course, participants will be able to:
- Prepare for workplace emergency situations
- Recognise, assess, and respond to developing emergency incidents
- Communicate emergency instructions clearly and coordinate responses across teams
- Lead and support evacuation procedures in line with workplace emergency plans
- Control responses to emergency reports, alarms, and warnings
- Coordinate information and reports during and after an incident
- Manage emergency situations and participate in post-incident review processes
Through scenario-based activities and guided practice, participants develop the capability to lead and operate effectively within an emergency control organisation, applying structured procedures in real workplace conditions.
Training areas
Face-to-face training and assessment can be conducted at one of Link Resources’ purpose-built training facilities or on-site. Link Resources Training Facilities:
Sunshine Coast →
8 Technology Drive, Warana QLD 4575
Brisbane →
18/229 Junction Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170
Moreton Bay →
Neilson Road, Kurwongbah QLD 4503
Adelaide →
414B Churchill Road, Kilburn SA 5084
Devonport →
14 Loone Ln, Spreyton TAS 7310
Launceston →
55 Oakden Road, Prospect TAS 7250
Melbourne →
24/94 Keys Road, Cheltenham VIC 3192
Gippsland →
48A Standing Drive, Traralgon East VIC 3844
Entry requirements
All candidates must be literate in the English language (no interpreters allowed).
At enquiry, students can enter the program by expressing an interest and being sent an information pack that contains booking notification and course information (Course Brochure). This interest process enables the RTO and client to work together to ensure the course is suitable for them and to identify any additional support needs & make adequate provisions.
Prior to enrolling in this course, students must have successfully completed PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation.
Payment Options
Please see the Link Resources Payments, Cancellations and Refund Policy below in Student Information for all details on Payments for your course.
Payment can be made via direct bank transfer, eftpos, cash or cheque. For billing information including who to write a cheque to, please email accounts@link-resources.com.au or call (07) 5491 2144.
Pathways
Training & Education Pathways
Upon successful completion of PUAFER006 – Lead an emergency control organisation and PUAFER005 – Operate as part of an emergency control organisation, participants may progress to other recognised fire and emergency management units across a range of industries, including construction, mining, manufacturing, energy, health, education, and large commercial environments. For those looking to broaden their emergency management responsibilities, the following units may be relevant:
Additional training may be undertaken depending on workplace requirements and emergency control arrangements.
Employment pathways
These units support participation in senior emergency control roles where coordination and leadership during incidents are required. Completion may support progression into, or within, roles such as:
- Chief Fire Wardens and Deputy Chief Wardens
- Emergency Control Organisation leaders
- Health and safety representatives
- Facility, site, or building supervisors
- Emergency response team members across industrial, commercial, and institutional settings
Why choose Link Resources for your chief fire training course?
Comprehensive fire safety focus
Training covers preparation, coordination, communication, and post-incident processes, giving participants a clear understanding of how emergency control arrangements operate in practice.
Practical skills developed through real scenarios
Participants work through realistic scenarios that reflect how emergencies unfold in real workplaces, supporting clear decision-making and effective coordination during incidents.
Nationally recognised training delivered to current standards
The course is delivered against nationally recognised units and aligned with current workplace health and safety and emergency management requirements, with certification recognised across Australia.
Flexible delivery across Australia
Training is available at Link Resources’ purpose-built facilities nationwide, with on-site delivery offered where suitable infrastructure is available.
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Our locations
Link Resources has purpose-built training facilities all across Australia to meet your specific training requirements.
Sunshine Coast
8 Technology Drive, Warana QLD 4575
Brisbane
18/229 Junction Road, Cannon Hill QLD 4170
Moreton Bay
Neilson Road, Kurwongbah QLD 4503
Adelaide
414B Churchill Road, Kilburn SA 5084
Devonport
14 Loone Ln, Spreyton TAS 7310
Launceston
55 Oakden Road, Prospect TAS 7250
Melbourne
24/94 Keys Road, Cheltenham VIC 3192
Gippsland
48A Standing Drive, Traralgon East VIC 3844
Frequently Asked Questions
A Chief Fire Warden holds overall responsibility for coordinating emergency responses across a workplace, including directing wardens, managing communication with emergency services, and overseeing evacuations. Floor or area wardens focus on defined zones, while the Chief Fire Warden maintains a broader view of the situation and response.
No. While the course is commonly completed by appointed Chief or Deputy Wardens, it is also suitable for experienced wardens, supervisors, or safety personnel preparing to step into senior emergency coordination roles.
Not necessarily. The requirement to complete PUAFER008, PUAFER005, and PUAFER006 depends on your role within the workplace emergency control arrangements.
PUAFER008 is commonly used as essential training for workers who may be required to respond to small emergencies using fire extinguisher equipment.
PUAFER005 applies to personnel operating as part of an emergency control organisation.
PUAFER006 is intended for those appointed to lead the emergency control organisation, such as Chief or Deputy Chief Wardens.
Employers determine which units are required based on workplace safety obligations, emergency plans, and assigned responsibilities.
PUAFER005 focuses on the foundational knowledge needed to operate within an emergency control organisation, including procedures and communication protocols. PUAFER006 assumes this knowledge and applies it to leading and coordinating responses at a broader organisational level. These units are commonly delivered together; however, participants who have already completed PUAFER005 can contact us to discuss enrolment options.
This course and all related training and assessment services are delivered by Link Resources Training Pty Ltd (RTO Provider Number 45483).
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