The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible. | |
Prerequisite Unit/s | Nil |
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for site selection | 1.1 Orders are received from supervisor and confirmed 1.2 A reconnaissance plan is prepared 1.3 Equipment is selected and checked for serviceability in accordance with standard procedures |
2. Select sites | 2.1 Possible sites are reviewed from appropriate areas 2.2 Possible sites are evaluated for suitability 2.3 Most suitable site is selected and relevant data is recorded 2.4 Post site selection activities are conducted in accordance with standard procedures |
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
calculate mathematical data navigate use communications systems work in a team environment |
Required Knowledge |
Characteristics, capabilities of the equipment to be deployed Use of an appreciation process |
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Assessment must confirm the ability to make workable assessments of site suitability; to record data accurately and to complete the task within the allocated time frame. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over a number of occasions and in a range of settings. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in an operational or simulated operational environment. The simulation should replicate the live environment where stress and fatigue are key features. Specific resources for assessment Access to a training or operational setting and equipment required for reconnaissance. |
Guidance information for assessment | Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. |
The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. | |
Threat environment may include | An area that features a hostile presence |
Reconnaissance plan may include | Actions to be taken in the event of an incident Methods of movement Routes Security considerations Timings |
Equipment may include | Communications equipment Global positioning systems Navigational equipment Site markers Survey instruments |
Standard procedures include | Australian Standards Defence Instructions Doctrinal pamphlets Job guides, other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions Occupational health and safety (OH&S) regulations Organisational policies and procedures Procedure manuals Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation Routine Orders Standing Operating Procedures Standing Orders Written and verbal orders |
Reviewing possible sites may include examination of | Aerial photographs Geospatial data Maps Satellite imagery |
Evaluating suitable sites includes considering | Accessibility Clear fields of view Forward terrain obstruction Gradient Natural obstacles Purpose Threat levels |
Post site selection activities may include | Analysis of collected data Briefing site occupants and supervisors Preparation for site occupation Preparation of directions in relation to site |
Not applicable.
This unit contains employability skills. |
Not applicable.