Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners

PUAAMS008 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Manage search and rescue operations

Version 1.0
Issue Date: June 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PUAAMS008 - Manage search and rescue operations
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge required to manage search and rescue operations in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.The unit is applicable to individuals undertaking limited search and rescue activities in support of national Search and Rescue (SAR) authorities. Team members and crews may be members of a range of government and/or non-government agencies or organisations.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Duration and Setting X weeks, nominally xx hours, delivered in a classroom/online/blended learning setting.
Prerequisites/co-requisites
Competency Field Aviation Marine Search and Rescue
Development and validation strategy and guide for assessors and learners Student Learning Resources Handouts
Activities 		Slides
PPT 		Assessment 1 Assessment 2 Assessment 3 Assessment 4
Elements of Competency Performance Criteria              
Element: Develop strategies
  • Search and rescue parameters are identified based on information available
  • Search and rescue strategy is developed based on information available
  • Resources are identified, in accordance with strategy based on available information
  • Strategy is evaluated and reviewed as determined by the input of information and review of available resources
       
Element: Search and rescue strategy is developed based on information available
       
Element: Resources are identified, in accordance with strategy based on available information
       
Element: Strategy is evaluated and reviewed as determined by the input of information and review of available resources
       
Element: Coordinate team members
  • Team members are informed of the scenario and strategy determined from outcome of review of information and resource requirements
       
Element: Team members are briefed on their roles and responsibilities and the way the team will operate
       
Element: Tasks are allocated to team members commensurate with their roles in the team and level of competence
       
Element: Confirmation is gained from team members of an understanding of the scenario, their role and the roles of others in the team
       
Element: Performance of team members is monitored and reviewed, as the scenario unfolds, to determine ongoing requirements
       
Element: Feedback from team members is received and relayed to others
       
Element: Liaise with internal and external authorities, agencies and organisations
  • Briefings are provided to appropriate personnel, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
       
Element: Resources are monitored and reviewed to determine changing requirements
       
Element: Guidance and support are provided and sought from authorities, organisations and agencies, in accordance with requirements
       
Element: Manage communications systems
  • Communications systems are identified as appropriate to the situation and strategy
       
Element: Communication systems are selected, in accordance with requirements
       
Element: Communication systems are managed to provide optimum capability
       
Element: Manage search and rescue records
  • Records are managed to ensure quality and attention to detail
       
Element: Intended audience for written report is identified and expectations are negotiated
       
Element: Content of report is accurate and written in a concise and logical manner
       
Element: Report is disseminated to the intended audience in a timely manner
       

Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assignment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

Copy and paste from the following data to produce each assessment task. Write these in plain English and spell out how, when and where the task is to be carried out, under what conditions, and what resources are needed. Include guidelines about how well the candidate has to perform a task for it to be judged satisfactory.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

records must include

databases

logs and files

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
Search and rescue parameters are identified based on information available 
Search and rescue strategy is developed based on information available 
Resources are identified, in accordance with strategy based on available information 
Strategy is evaluated and reviewed as determined by the input of information and review of available resources 
 
 
 
Team members are informed of the scenario and strategy determined from outcome of review of information and resource requirements 
 
 
 
 
 
Briefings are provided to appropriate personnel, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures 
 
 
Communications systems are identified as appropriate to the situation and strategy 
 
 
Records are managed to ensure quality and attention to detail 
 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

PUAAMS008 - Manage search and rescue operations
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PUAAMS008 - Manage search and rescue operations

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