Rescue Technician Courses in Canberra
A Rescue Technician is responsible for performing high-risk rescue operations, often in challenging and hazardous environments such as mountains, forests, mines, or urban settings.
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How do I become a Rescue Technician in Australian Capital Territory
Get qualified to work as a Rescue Technician in Canberra with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
PUAEME008
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Half day - 4 days
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
The PUAEME008 Provide Pain Management covers the skills and knowledge required to administer restricted analgesics for pain management within a medically supervised first responder organisation. It is relevant for personnel from emergency services, volunteer organisations, or organisations providing medically supervised first aid services. This ensures the safe and effective administration of analgesics to manage pain in emergency situations.
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Duration
Half day - 4 days
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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PUASAR002
The PUASAR002 Undertake Swiftwater and Floodwater Rescue and Recovery equips participants with skills and knowledge for swiftwater and floodwater rescues and recoveries within specialist teams. It includes rescuing individuals from fast-moving water in environments like stormwater drains, canals, rivers, or creeks. The training covers various rescue techniques, involving properly equipped responders entering the water. This is suitable for skilled operators who may lead or provide technical support during...
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PUAFIR308
The PUAFIR308 Employ Personal Protection at a Hazardous Materials Incident unit equips individuals to respond to hazardous materials incidents. It covers detecting and identifying contaminants using specialised equipment, assessing risks, and devising safety plans. Training includes selecting, testing, and using personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing. Roles benefiting from this training include Emergency Response Team Members, Leaders, Operation and Maintenance Team Members, and Technicians. Inc...
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SISOFLD007
The SISOFLD007 Navigate in Difficult Tracked Environments enhances competence during outdoor recreation. Participants are required to bring their own camping and bushwalking gear, food, and water containers. Provided equipment includes First Aid kits, PLBs, GPS devices, maps, and compasses. The unit equips leaders, guides, or instructors in organisations offering outdoor activities, where navigating unreliable tracks, natural obstacles, and changing weather conditions demands adjustments to planned routes...
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