Fire & Chief Warden Training
Comprehensive warden training delivered on-site at your facility or via our accredited online platform. PUAFER005 and PUAFER006 compliant certification for your Emergency Control Organisation.
Enquire About TrainingThe 3 Fundamental Principles of the GM Standard
Non-negotiable operational standards for all ComplianceReady ECO training and emergency response.
Priorities in an Emergency
- 1.1Life Safety
Your life first, then all other human life. No exceptions.
- 1.2Property
- 1.3Return to Normality
Limit damage and prevent business interruption.
R.A.C.E (Operational Response)
- RRemove / RescueFrom immediate danger
- AAlert / AlarmRaise alarm, call 000
- CContainClose doors and windows
- EExtinguish / EvacuateExtinguish only if safe
Search & Sweep Procedures
Technical 'Sweep' Protocol
Warden-led, progressive, methodical room-to-room search. No backtracking. No skipped voids.
Room Marking
Clear visual indicators (markers, chalk, or post-its) required for all searched areas to prevent duplication.
Direct communication of 'Clear' status to Chief Warden is mandatory.
Training Options
On-Site Training
At your facility
Training delivered at your facility with hands-on practical exercises.
Available programs:
- • Fire Warden Training
- • Chief Warden Training
- • Group sessions available
- Delivered at your facility
- Site-specific scenarios and exercises
- Practical evacuation drills
- Equipment familiarization
- Team coordination training
- Certificate on completion
Online Training
Self-paced learning
Flexible self-paced learning with nationally recognised units of competency.
Available programs:
- • Fire Warden (PUAFER005)
- • Chief Warden (PUAFER006)
- • Combined packages available
- Self-paced learning
- PUAFER005/006 compliant
- Interactive modules
- Progress tracking
- Assessment included
- Instant certification
Why Our Training?
Accredited Certification
PUAFER005 and PUAFER006 compliant training recognized nationally.
Site-Specific Context
On-site training uses your actual evacuation routes, assembly points, and equipment.
Flexible Scheduling
Training delivered at times that minimize disruption to your operations.
Relationship Value
On-site training builds stronger ECO teams and facility manager relationships.
Training Reminder
AS3745 requires warden training refreshers at regular intervals. Our training management helps you track expiry dates and schedule refreshers proactively.
The 3 Fundamental Principles of the GM Standard
Non-negotiable operational standards for all ComplianceReady ECO training and emergency response.
Priorities in an Emergency
- 1.1Life Safety
Your life first, then all other human life. No exceptions.
- 1.2Property
- 1.3Return to Normality
Limit damage and prevent business interruption.
R.A.C.E (Operational Response)
- RRemove / RescueFrom immediate danger
- AAlert / AlarmRaise alarm, call 000
- CContainClose doors and windows
- EExtinguish / EvacuateExtinguish only if safe
Search & Sweep Procedures
Technical 'Sweep' Protocol
Warden-led, progressive, methodical room-to-room search. No backtracking. No skipped voids.
Room Marking
Clear visual indicators (markers, chalk, or post-its) required for all searched areas to prevent duplication.
Direct communication of 'Clear' status to Chief Warden is mandatory.
Emergency Drill Facilitation
Training only works if it's practiced. We facilitate realistic emergency drills that test your plans, train your people, and identify improvements before a real emergency exposes gaps.
Drill Planning & Design
- Schedule drills at appropriate times and frequencies
- Design realistic scenarios that test key procedures
- Notify stakeholders and assign observer roles
- Prepare evaluation criteria
- Brief ECO members on their roles
Drill Facilitation
- Scenario activation and observer deployment
- Timing and documentation of evacuation
- Safety monitoring throughout drill
- Communication system testing
- Observation of ECO response, search procedures, and assembly management
Post-Drill Debrief
- Immediate hot debrief with ECO members
- Formal debrief session with structured review
- Observer reports and performance metrics
- Issue identification and root cause analysis
- Action planning for improvements
Comprehensive Reporting
- Executive summary and drill objectives
- Participation metrics and evacuation timing
- Observations by area/floor with issues identified
- Recommended actions with priorities
- Comparison to previous drills (trend analysis)
Frequently Asked Questions
Do all ECO members need formal training?
Yes. AS3745 requires all ECO members to receive appropriate training before assuming their roles. The level varies by role—Chief Wardens need more comprehensive training than general wardens—but everyone in the ECO needs training.
How much does warden training cost?
Typical costs: On-site group training (10-20 participants) $150-$250 per person | Public course enrollment $200-$350 per person | Chief Warden specialist training $350-$500 per person | Refresher training $100-$180 per person. ComplianceReady coordination fees are additional.
How often should we conduct drills?
AS3745 minimum is annually. Best practice: Standard office buildings annual drills | High-occupancy buildings six-monthly | High-risk facilities quarterly | New buildings or major changes multiple drills in first 12 months.
Should drills be announced or unannounced?
Both have value. Announced drills test procedures without creating panic, good for initial drills. Unannounced drills test realistic response and reveal complacency. Best practice: Mix of both, with initial drills announced and later drills including surprise elements.
Can we combine training and drills?
Yes, refresher training can be integrated with drill exercises: brief training session before the drill, drill execution, then post-drill debrief that reinforces training. This approach is time-efficient and reinforces learning through immediate practice.
Train Your Wardens & Test Your Plans
From accredited ECO training to realistic evacuation drill facilitation, we deliver comprehensive AS3745-compliant programs that prepare your people for real emergencies.