PERFORM BASIC FIRE FIGHTING

NATIONAL CERTIFICATE: CONSTRUCTION CONTRUCTINGSAQA ID 65789 LEVEL 2 120 CREDITS 
LEARNER GUIDE SAQA: 12484 PERFORM BASIC FIRE FIGHTING    

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Learner Guide Introduction 

About the Learner Guide… This Learner Guide provides a comprehensive overview of thePERFORM BASIC FIRE FIGHTING,and forms part of a series of Learner Guides that have been developed for The series of Learner Guides are conceptualized in modular’s format and developed for They are designed to improve the skills and knowledge of learners, and thus enabling them to effectively and efficiently complete specific tasks.  Learners are required to attend training workshops as a group or as specified by their organization. These workshops are presented in modules, and conducted by a qualified facilitator. 
Purpose The purpose of this Learner Guide is to provide learners with the necessary knowledge related to PERFORM BASIC FIRE FIGHTING.  
Outcomes At the end of this module, you will be able to:  Qualifying learners can select and use the appropriate firefighting equipment to extinguish or control fires in the workplace.  
Assessment Criteria The only way to establish whether a learner is competent and has accomplished the specific outcomes is through an assessment process.  Assessment involves collecting and interpreting evidence about the learner’s ability to perform a task. This guide may include assessments in the form of activities, assignments, tasks or projects, as well as workplace practical tasks. Learners are required to perform tasks on the job to collect enough and appropriate evidence for their portfolio of evidence, proof signed by their supervisor that the tasks were performed successfully.  
To qualify To qualify and receive credits towards the learning program, a registered assessor will conduct an evaluation and assessment of the learner’s portfolio of evidence and competency 
Range of Learning This describes the situation and circumstance in which competence must be demonstrated and the parameters in which learners operate 
Responsibility The responsibility of learning rest with the learner, so: Be proactive and ask questions, Seek assistance and help from your facilitators, if required.