PUAEQU001 - Prepare, maintain and test response equipment

Fire sector and students completing RII30719


To be ready for use at a moment’s notice, response equipment must be carefully maintained, tested, and prepared. This foundational Response Equipment Training Course provides essential skills for preparing, inspecting, testing and maintaining, equipment specific to your role and industry.

Whether using fire response tools, breathing apparatus, gas test equipment, or chemical spill kits, you will gain practical experience in following organisational procedures and manufacturer specifications. Learn how to inspect equipment for damage, faults, and missing parts, conduct tests to identify defective or underperforming items, and accurately record test results. The course also covers interpreting Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for safe cleaning and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations on wastewater runoff and pollution, as well as storing equipment safely for future use.

This training emphasises Work Health and Safety (WHS) protocols, focusing on reducing risk and promoting safe practices in high-risk environments. By completing this course, you’ll build a strong foundation for ensuring response equipment is safe, functional, and compliant- helping to prevent workplace accidents and supporting a safer environment.

Students will be required to hold the pre-requisite unit PUAFIR210 Prevent injury (for individuals undertaking training related to the fire sector as well as individuals undertaking RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue).

Units Delivered

The following units will be included in your certificate:

PUAEQU001 - Prepare, maintain and test response equipment

Course Delivery

This course can be delivered/assessed in the workplace or at facility organised by the training provider.

Course Durations

Course durations can vary for multiple reasons, so the durations below are the minimum possible amount.

Refresher Face to Face contact time of at least 3 Hours
Face-to-Face Face to Face contact time of at least 4 Hours

An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:

  • Hold the pre-requisite unit PUAFIR210 Prevent injury (for individuals undertaking training related to the fire sector as well as individuals undertaking RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue)
  • Physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills
  • Adequate visual acuity to accurately inspect equipment and identify faults, damage and missing parts
  • Protective slip-resistant footwear/safety shoes and comfortable/practical clothing must be provided by the student and worn during the practical sessions and assessment.


Individuals undertaking this course will be expected to complete both written and practical assessment tasks.

This certificate does not require renewal

Please note that enrolment to this course is made with Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909. Please refer to the student handbook located on the RTO website allenstraining.com.au (https://allenstraining.com.au/students/student-handbook) for all details relating to rights and responsibilities including complaints and appeals.

Performance tasks:

  • Performance Task - Inspect and record faulty/damaged equipment
  • Simulated Scenario - Comply with safety data sheet

Documentation – The student must complete all documentation according to the required standard:

  • Equipment test result log
  • Equipment fault log

Theory assessment -   A written assessment consisting of short-answer and multiple-choice questions. The student must complete all assessment questions.

This course is delivered and assessed on behalf of Allens Training Pty Ltd RTO 90909