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Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme (FPAS)
Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme (FPAS)
Free FPAS Transitional Accreditation (Inspect & Test)
We are excited to invite FPA Australia Members to take
advantage of Free FPAS Transitional Accreditation for their
relevant inspect and test technicians. This important initiative is
a key part of the Association's 2020 Vision for the fire protection
industry.
If you are a business owner seeking to Register for
FPAS.
To begin the FPAS Registration process, simply click
here. This will direct you to our Member CONNECT
portal, then login using the Company login.
Click here to find out more on
how Corporate Members can Register for FPAS (Inspect & Test),
how to gain FPAS Recognised Business Status (Inspect & Test)
and to view the Terms and Conditions.
Once accreditation of all of the company's technicians has been
completed Member Companies will also be eligible for up to 40% off
the standard cost of training associated with FPAS inspect and test
accreditation.
If you are an individual seeking free FPAS Transitional
Accreditation (Inspect & Test).
To begin the Free Transitional or Trainee Accreditation
application process for employees of Member Companies, simply click
here. This will directed you to our Member CONNECT
portal, then login using the individual's login details for the
CONNECT portal.
Click here to find
out more on Individual Accreditation (Inspect & Test).
Click here to
access the paperbased Qualified Accreditation Fact Sheet and
Application form (Inspect & Test).
Looking to validate a Technician accredited for Inspect and
Test work activity?
To view our National Register of accredited technicians
performing Inspect and Test work, please click here.
Our 2020 Vision For The Fire Protection Industry
FPA Australia has a simple goal for the fire protection industry
industry: that all individuals will be 'fit-for-action' (trained,
competent and accredited) by 2020.
We are committed to making this a reality and have listened to
feedback from our members in order to make the training and
accreditation process simpler and more affordable. to learn
more click
here.
Overview of the Scheme
The Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme (FPAS), launched in
July 2013, is the only nationally harmonised accreditation system
designed to recognise the skills and competencies of individuals
working in the fire protection industry across all state and
territory jurisdictions in Australia. FPAS also promotes and
highlights businesses engaging accredited individuals through
'Recognised Business' provisions.
FPAS currently covers the 'Inspect and Test', 'Fire Systems
Design' and 'Fire Systems Certification' classes of work. For a
more detailed overview of accreditation classes, accreditation
types and 'Recognised Business', please refer to the following
links:
Other classes will come on-stream over time, including 'Install
& Commission', 'Maintain' and 'Emergency Planning and Training
(EPT)'.
The voluntary Scheme incorporates existing and essential
components of the Australian Government training agenda on
competency-based training and assessment.
FPAS is financed through a fee-based system on the application,
attainment and renewal of accreditation of individuals and business
recognition. The Scheme is a vital component of ongoing efforts by
the fire protection industry to increase its professionalism and
delivery of quality services by engaging a technically competent
workforce, ultimately leading to improved fire safety outcomes for
the community.
Individual Accreditation
Individuals accredited under the Scheme demonstrate competency
to provide services for which they are accredited.
Where launched, there are three (3) accreditation pathways for
individuals:
1. Qualified Accreditation
2. Transitional Accreditation
3. Trainee Accreditation
Accredited individuals who have gained Transitional or Trainee
Accreditation are required to transition to Qualified Accreditation
within a specified period (24 months for the 'Inspect and Test'
class of accreditation). This transition period allows the
inidividual to complete the required units of competency needed to
successfully gain Qualified Accreditation under the Scheme.
See the FACT Sheets for
further information on obtaining Qualified, Transitional or Trainee
Accreditation.
Recognised Business
In parallel with the introduction of individual accreditation, a
business entity can gain 'Recognised Business' status.
Recognised Business status is awarded to business entities that
are investing in the skills, knowledge and experience of those fire
protection professionals engaged in the business, thereby
supporting them in achieving individual accreditation.
Businesses recognised by the Scheme only engage appropriately
accredited individuals (fire protection professionals) to provide
services in the categories for which the business provides
services.
Accordingly, business entities that meet business recognition
criteria will be acknowledged as:
• being capable of delivering quality professional
services as they engage accredited individuals;
• supporting the industry 'pathway' to
increased quality and professionalism by ensuring its fire
protection workforce is enrolled in the Scheme and moving towards
individual accreditation.
Click
here to find out more on Registering your business for FPAS
(inspect & Test) and gaining Recognised Business Status
(Inspect & Test)
Enquiries regarding FPAS should be directed to the
Accreditation/Licensing department at the FPA Australia National
Office on 03 8892 3131 or by email fpas@fpaa.com.au
.
Disclaimer: FPAS is not a substitute for
any requirements for licensing, registration or accreditation
established by relevant applicable legislation (state, territory
and/or federal) unless otherwise confirmed by relevant
regulation.
Please Note: Consultation regarding all
elements of the Fire Protection Accreditation Scheme (FPAS) is
ongoing, and as such all information contained on this page is
subject to change.
FPA Australia Members to take advantage of Free FPAS Transitional
Accreditation for the relevant inspect and test technicians.
This important initiative is a key part of the Association's 2020
Vision for the fire protection industry.