This nationally recognised qualification focuses on developing operational rescue competencies, emergency response planning, and incident management capabilities. Participants will learn to work as part of a team in dynamic and hazardous situations, ensuring safety and compliance with workplace procedures and legislation.
Minimum age: Usually 18 years old.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN): You may need to complete an LLN assessment to ensure you can read, write and understand training materials.
Fitness: Must have a level of physical fitness suitable for emergency and rescue tasks (e.g. climbing, carrying equipment, confined space work). A medical clearance may be required.
PPE: Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as breathing apparatus, harnesses, and rescue gear.
Working Environment: Many providers require participants to be employed in (or seeking employment in) mining, emergency response, or industrial rescue environments.
Industry Recognition – Nationally accredited qualification recognised across mining, resources, and emergency services sectors.
Career Opportunities – Opens pathways into emergency response teams, OHS roles, site safety management, and supervisory positions.
Compliance Advantage – Meets workplace health & safety (WHS) and regulatory requirements in high-risk industries.
Specialised Skills – Equips you with advanced skills in firefighting, rescue, hazardous materials response, and incident management.
You’ll cover topics such as:
This qualification is made up of 13 units of competency, combining core skills essential for all emergency medical first responders with elective units tailored to industry needs. The units are delivered in a practical, workplace-focused context to ensure participants can confidently apply their knowledge and skills in real situations.
To achieve the RII30719 Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue, participants must complete a total of 9 units:
RII30719 – Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue, the packaging rules are:
Total units = 13
5 core units
8 elective units
The elective units have been carefully selected in consultation with industry to provide participants with practical, job-ready skills relevant to emergency response roles. These electives build on the core foundation, focusing on workplace risk control, cultural safety, advanced and remote first aid, and responding to local emergencies—ensuring graduates are equipped for a wide range of workplace and community situations.
Unit Code | Unit Name |
PUAFIR207 | Operate Breathing Apparatus (Open Circuit) |
PUAFIR210 | Prevent Injury |
PUASAR024 | Undertake Road Crash Rescue |
RIIERR302E | Respond to Local Emergencies and Incidents |
RIIERR201E | Conduct Fire Team Operations |
PUAFIR306 | Identify, Detect and Monitor Hazardous Materials at an Incident |
PUASAR022 | Participate in a Rescue Operation |
PUAEQU001 | Prepare, Maintain and Test Response Equipment |
Minimum age: Usually 18 years old.
Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN): You may need to complete an LLN assessment to ensure you can read, write and understand training materials.
Fitness: Must have a level of physical fitness suitable for emergency and rescue tasks (e.g. climbing, carrying equipment, confined space work). A medical clearance may be required.
PPE: Must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment (PPE) such as breathing apparatus, harnesses, and rescue gear.
Working Environment: Many providers require participants to be employed in (or seeking employment in) mining, emergency response, or industrial rescue environments.
An LLN assessment ensures you have the reading, writing, numeracy, and communication skills needed to successfully complete the course.
Assessment methods include:
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a Nationally Recognised Qualification in..
All PPE and Equipment will be provided on the day
On the day lunch and drinks will be provided between 12-1pm
Delivered over 15 Days with a total of 150 hours of supervised and workplace learning.
This course is delivered at a range of workplaces and training sites to provide realistic, industry-specific learning environments. See our locations below
Experience dynamic learning at Forrestdale, Perth with great facilities in a great location
The cost of the RII30719 – Certificate III in Emergency Response and Rescue reflects the high level of industry expertise, resources, and workplace-based training provided. RMTS offers flexible payment options.
Title | Fee |
Full Fee1 | 4950 |
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