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

PUASAR013 Mapping and Delivery Guide
Participate in an aquatic rescue operation

Version 1.0
Issue Date: May 2024


Qualification -
Unit of Competency PUASAR013 - Participate in an aquatic rescue operation
Description
Employability Skills
Learning Outcomes and Application This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge required to participate in rescue operations as a member of an aquatic rescue team. Rescue operations may occur at inland rivers, lakes, dams, surf zones and oceans. Participation in a rescue operation may involve working with personnel who are trained appropriately to treat casualties including members of the public, first aid officers, lifesavers, lifeguards, ambulance crew, doctors, nurses and paramedics. The unit underpins specialist rescue operations and includes rescue preparedness, response, direct participation and appropriate post rescue recovery and is applicable to lifesavers, lifeguards or other rescue personnel who are required to perform or participate in rescues (regularly or occasionally) in an aquatic environment.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 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: Perform rescue
  • Access to incident and/or casualties is gained using techniques and equipment, in accordance with organisational procedures
  • Rescue procedures are conducted, in accordance with organisational procedures and supervisor's instructions
  • Casualties are prepared for removal and/or extricated safely, in accordance with organisational procedures and supervisor's instructions
  • Hygiene precautions are implemented, in accordance with organisational requirements
       
Element: Prepare and respond to rescue
  • Operation and task information is obtained and discussed with team members
       
Element: Appropriate rescue equipment is identified and selected based on task information, as directed by supervisor
       
Element: Personal protective clothing and equipment is selected based on the nature of the rescue operation
       
Element: Any further details of the nature of the rescue are received en route and acted on, in accordance with organisational procedures
       
Element: Participate in assessing the rescue scene
  • Hazards are identified and associated risks are assessed on approach to rescue scene
       
Element: Methods for minimising hazards are discussed and agreed to by team members
       
Element: Hazards and environmental conditions are minimised or controlled using risk mitigation processes, in accordance with organisational procedures
       
Element: Communication with other team members is maintained using appropriate techniques and terminology
       
Element: Work, Health and Safety (WHS)/Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and security procedures are followed, in accordance with organisational procedures
       
Element: Personal capabilities and limitations are recognised and referred to supervisor, as required, in accordance with organisational procedures
       
Element: Need for additional personnel and/or specialist equipment is reported to supervisor
       
Element: Casualties at scene are identified, reported to supervisor and action is taken, as directed
  • Access to incident and/or casualties is gained using techniques and equipment, in accordance with organisational procedures
       
Element: Rescue procedures are conducted, in accordance with organisational procedures and supervisor's instructions
       
Element: Casualties are prepared for removal and/or extricated safely, in accordance with organisational procedures and supervisor's instructions
       
Element: Hygiene precautions are implemented, in accordance with organisational requirements
       
Element: Conclude rescue operations
  • Equipment is recovered, cleaned and maintained, in accordance with organisational procedures and manufacturers' guidelines and is restored appropriately to maintain operational readiness
       
Element: Signs and symptoms of operational stress in self and others is reported to relevant personnel
       
Element: Operational debriefing is participated in and documentation is completed, in accordance with organisational procedures
       

Submission Requirements

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

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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.

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
Access to incident and/or casualties is gained using techniques and equipment, in accordance with organisational procedures 
Rescue procedures are conducted, in accordance with organisational procedures and supervisor's instructions 
Casualties are prepared for removal and/or extricated safely, in accordance with organisational procedures and supervisor's instructions 
Hygiene precautions are implemented, in accordance with organisational requirements 
Operation and task information is obtained and discussed with team members 
 
 
 
Hazards are identified and associated risks are assessed on approach to rescue scene 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Access to incident and/or casualties is gained using techniques and equipment, in accordance with organisational procedures 
 
 
 
Equipment is recovered, cleaned and maintained, in accordance with organisational procedures and manufacturers' guidelines and is restored appropriately to maintain operational readiness 
 
 

Forms

Assessment Cover Sheet

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