Tasmania Fire Service is encouraging organisations to prepare for bushfire season through its free Bushfire Safety for Workers online training. The 45-60 minute module provides practical guidance on recognising bushfire risks, preparing for travel, understanding warnings and responding to emergencies.
The Bushfire Safety for Workers eLearning Module is a free online training resource designed to help workers and employers make informed safety decisions when working in or travelling through bushfire-prone areas. Suitable for workers, volunteers and employers operating in bushfire-prone areas.
Developed through a collaboration between fire agencies across Australia, the interactive training uses real-life scenarios and lived experience stories to build knowledge and confidence in responding to bushfire and grassfire risks.
What does the training cover?
The module provides practical guidance on:
- Understanding bushfire risks, fire behaviour and Fire Danger Ratings.
- Preparing for travel through bushfire-prone areas, including emergency planning.
- Interpreting bushfire warnings and emergency information.
- Deciding when it is safe to travel or when plans should change.
- Responding effectively if caught in a bushfire or grassfire emergency.
Who should complete the training?
The training is particularly relevant for organisations with staff or volunteers working in regional, rural and remote locations, including:
- Community service workers undertaking outreach or client visits.
- Field crews and maintenance teams.
- Transport operators and utility providers.
- Forestry personnel and contractors.
- Employees who regularly travel through bushfire-prone areas.
Training details
The module takes approximately 45-60 minutes to complete and can be accessed on computers, tablets and smartphones.
Participants can download a certificate of completion, and a shorter seasonal refresher is also available.
Employers are encouraged to incorporate the training into workplace inductions, work health and safety programs, contractor onboarding and annual bushfire preparedness activities.