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Specialist Training. Technology. Operational Support.

Public Safety Training & Response Group (PSTR Group) delivers nationally recognised training, specialist public safety programs and operational support for organisations, industry and communities.

As an Australian veteran-owned Registered Training Organisation (RTO 45395), we combine experienced instructors, practical training environments and specialist equipment to support capability development across public safety and emergency response.

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Our Core Services

Training & Education

We deliver nationally recognised training and specialist professional development through experienced trainers and assessors.

Our training programs cover first aid, emergency response, drone and aviation-related training, swiftwater rescue and other specialist areas.

Drone & Aviation Capabilities

We support organisations with specialist drone technology, aviation-related training and remotely piloted aircraft capabilities.

Our equipment and technical capabilities support applications including aerial observation, mapping, inspection and operational situational awareness.

Emergency Response Support

We provide specialist equipment, technical resources and operational support to assist organisations involved in emergency management and response activities.

Our capabilities can support planning, training, situational awareness and field operations, depending on project requirements.

Swiftwater & Specialist Rescue

We deliver practical training focused on water-related hazards, rescue techniques, operational safety and specialist response skills.

Programs are designed around applicable training requirements and the needs of participating organisations.

WHY WORK WITH PSTR GROUP?

Experienced Instructors

Our trainers and assessors bring professional experience and practical knowledge from their respective industries.

Practical Learning Environments

Our Oxley, Brisbane facilities support classroom instruction, practical exercises and specialist training activities.

Specialist Equipment

We utilise specialist equipment and technology to support training, operational capability and project requirements.

Flexible Solutions

We work with individuals, businesses, government organisations and emergency services to understand their requirements and identify suitable training and support solutions.

TRAINING COURSES

Develop Skills. Build Capability.

Explore our training programs across public safety, first aid, aviation-related training, drone operations and specialist rescue disciplines.

Our courses combine theoretical learning with practical activities and assessment appropriate to the relevant training product.

FACILITIES & CAPABILITIES

Purpose-Built Facilities in Brisbane

Our headquarters in Oxley, Queensland, provides facilities and resources supporting training, meetings, media production and operational activities.

Facilities include training rooms, a multimedia production studio, an operations command centre and specialist training resources.

Discuss Your Training or Operational Requirements

Whether you are seeking nationally recognised training, specialist professional development or public safety support, our team can discuss your requirements.

Contact Public Safety Training & Response Group to find out more about our services and capabilities.

Service and Support

Our expert people empower community and frontline responders with the skills and confidence to manage any localised emergency effectively.

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Training Courses

As a proven Registered Training Organisation (RTO), our world-class training, trainers, and specialised capabilities are trusted across the globe.

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Community News

Swiftwater rescue cage training in pool with instructors demonstrating trapped-rescuer extraction – Public Safety Training & Response Group, Oxley, Brisbane, South East Queensland
Helicopter Underwater Escape Training: where to learn these survival skills.
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The helicopter remains one of the most convenient, impressive and versatile forms of aerial transport for a wide range of tasks, from simple passenger transfers through to highly technical emergency…
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‘Public Safety Training & Response Group’: a vital role in Cyclone Alfred recovery
18/03/2025
Brisbane firm ‘Public Safety Training & Response Group’ was among the first responders to begin the mammoth tasks of checking infrastructure across Brisbane for damage and public safety risks in…
A man dressed in black is descending from a black helicopter carrying a field stretcher
The Role of Facilities in Providing Expert Training for Specialised Helicopters
17/03/2025
The best of training combines theory and practical with expert trainers, and when it comes to the very technical role of helicopter rescue crew members, training setups that mimic real…
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AI tech and drones unite for ‘practically impossible’ invasive plant survey
17/03/2025
The ever-developing valuable uses of drone technology has extended to a unique project in which aerial photogrammetry has combined with AI to help identify the spread of and calculate the…
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Public safety preparedness: The thing you don’t need… until you do
10/12/2024
Would you spend time and energy preparing for something that may not even occur? Society’s answer to that question is key to a conundrum that accompanies natural disaster preparedness. We…
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Veteran-Owned Training Programs: Trustworthy Courses for First Responders
10/12/2024
Who should you trust to deliver the best skills training to our first responders? Experts, that’s who! For our emergency personnel – our firefighters, ambulance officers, police, SES personnel and…
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Big trucks contribute to confident emergency response access
19/11/2024
When natural elements conspire to create emergencies in remote, rough and hostile landscapes, having the right access vehicles at the ready will make a world of difference to overall success.…
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Wingtra drone saves apple farmer days of work in crop damage assessment 
19/11/2024
A specialised powered-lift drone, the Wingtra has been described as ‘a game changer’ for a Stanthorpe apple farmer who needed a quick and accurate assessment of storm damage to his crops. …
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Emergency Preparedness: Real world training in job-ready skills
18/11/2024
The training of emergency personnel and civilians in public safety and emergency preparedness can benefit greatly from one key thing – trainers who have real-world lived experiences in the field.…
Swiftwater rescue boat training with four instructors in inflatable rescue craft on Brisbane River – Public Safety Training & Response Group – Oxley, Brisbane, South East Queensland
How First Responders Can Get the Training They Can Trust
04/11/2024
Some of the most dynamic and visible roles in Australian communities during the summer are those of our courageous and dedicated first responders. Firefighters, the State Emergency Services, police, ambulance,…
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Saving Lives with Real Time Drone Imagery and Mapping
29/10/2024
Drones and their widening applications have been revolutionising a long list of sectors of society for more than a decade – from aerial photography through to construction and infrastructure inspections,…
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The future of public safety training: emerging trends and expert training insights
28/10/2024
The future of training in the public safety sector is ever-changing: today, it includes harnessing new technologies like Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality and the Internet of Things, without letting go…
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Are you ready and able to be a community ‘first responder’?
11/10/2024
If a bushfire or flood hits your neighbourhood, do you have the skills to be a community ‘first responder’? Or what if someone just fell to the ground while you…
Two people are suspended from a helicopter in midair
Helicopter Rescue and Airborne Operations Training | Certificate III & IV
11/10/2024
Develop Skills for Helicopter Rescue and Airborne Operations Helicopter rescue and airborne operations rely on coordinated teams with the skills and knowledge to support safe and effective aviation activities. From…
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Response Helicopter to highlight public safety at Get Ready Day Events
10/10/2024
Response Helicopter to highlight public safety at Get Ready Day Events Get ready for storm season! Media release An emergency response helicopter will make special landings at the Emergency Services…
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Ready to respond? Your partners in emergency response
09/10/2024
Public-Private Partnerships: Public Safety Now is the time for public-private partnerships.  Government need to join forces more deliberately with private companies, to ensure the most effective responses during Australia’s many…
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Fotokite: No. 1 for situation awareness and safety response.
16/09/2024
Emergency Response Plan When first responders rush to the scene of an emergency, achieving a comprehensive understanding of the challenge they are about to fight is very high on their…
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Pack your ‘Go Bag’ in case of an emergency
16/10/2023
When a summer storm hits, knocking out the power, internet and other services, will you be ready and prepared to survive the discomfort for up to three days? Emergency response…
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US fire and swiftwater training set to benefit Australia
15/09/2023
A team from Public Safety Training & Response Group recently travelled to the Oklahoma State University (OSU) Fire Service Training Swiftwater Rescue Conference and Challenge. The team took part in…
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Public Safety Training & Response Group a must-see exhibitor at AFAC 23
18/08/2023
Public Safety Training & Response Group will have a major presence showcasing the latest innovations in emergency response at the AFAC 23. The Public Safety Training & Response Group stand…
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Cyber safe drone fleet ready for deployment
12/08/2023
Cyber security is the new battlefield with several foreign actors at the centre of global discussion and concern when it comes to sovereign threats. As a result, the Defence Innovation…
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Now is the time to prepare for El Nino
03/08/2023
Leading scientists and the Australian Bureau of Meteorology are predicting this summer we will enter an El Nino weather pattern, which is significantly dryer and, in some cases, hotter than…
A man wearing a black shirt operates a black drone in the center of a field
Drone licences can open multiple doors for innovative careers
13/07/2023
The drone industry is continually evolving, and there are innovative careers for CASA approved commercial drone pilots in Australia and around the world. The first step in your drone career…
CPR instructor demonstrating chest compressions on resuscitation manikin during HLTAID009 and HLTAID011 course – Public Safety Training & Response Group, Oxley, Brisbane, South East Queensland
Group first aid courses delivered when you need it
11/07/2023
Having first aid trained staff can save lives. Public Safety Training & Response Group specialises in providing group first aid training for medium to large organisations. Public Safety Training &…
A white drone is hovering above the green forest
Fotokite safe and simple situational awareness
06/07/2023
Fotokite is an actively tethered surveillance system designed for situational awareness and aerial monitoring in various applications, including public safety, emergency response, and event management. It consists of a compact…
Two hands are configuring a gray drone resting on a black box on the grassy ground
Drone Training in Australia – the key things to know
26/04/2023
Drone training in Australia is widely available, and there are many training providers across the country offering courses to individuals and businesses. What makes Public Safety Training & Response Group…
A man and woman in orange and blue shirts are giving CPR to a male mannequin lying on the ground
Group First Aid Training with PSTR
26/04/2023
Group first aid training from PSTR Group (RTO 45395) is perfectly suited for medium to large organisations that require a large number of staff to be trained as a group…
A group of people work together to clear muddy floodwater from a recently flooded street
Communities in disasters
15/12/2022
At Public Safety Training and Response Group we believe in realistic expectations. In the interconnected world we now live in, many in the community have an unreal expectation that in…
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What do you do when crisis strikes
20/10/2022
A crisis can happen to any organisation and anyone. Would you know how to respond to a serious workplace accident? A natural disaster? A significant, sudden financial downturn of your…
A black drone hangs an orange life jacket in mid-air
Drones and Emergency Response
13/10/2022
Remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS), more commonly known as drones, are changing the landscape of public safety and emergency response. Most people associate drones with photography and filming, however trailblazing…

Ready to Boost Resilience?Get ahead with Public Safety Training & Response Group: scalable service, elite skills, and emergency readiness – all in one partner. Whether you’re looking to train, plan, or respond, we’ve got you covered.

Discuss Your Training & Operational Requirements to see how we can strengthen your safety strategy.From nationally recognised training to specialist public safety services, Public Safety Training & Response Group works with businesses, government organisations and emergency services to identify practical solutions for their requirements.

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