Undertake confined space rescue

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver PUASAR025, 'Undertake confined space rescue'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Undertake confined space rescue' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Prepare for confined space rescue operation

1.1

Appropriate rescue equipment is identified and selected based on incident information, as directed by the supervisor

1.2

Operation and task information is obtained through a briefing, in accordance with organisational procedures

1.3

Personal protective clothing and equipment is selected relevant to the nature of the confined space rescue operation

1.4

Any further details of the nature of the rescue received en route is assessed

1.5

Anticipated hazards and associated risks are discussed with rescue team members while en route, in accordance with organisational procedures

2

Assess and manage confined space rescue

2.1

Confined space is assessed, hazards and risks are identified and appropriate control measures and ongoing monitoring processes are put in place, in accordance with organisational procedures

2.2

Physical features of confined space rescue scene are assessed before deploying rescue resources

2.3

Confined space rescue is managed by controlling access and maintaining a safe operational environment, in accordance with organisational procedures

2.4

Communication with other personnel on site is established and maintained throughout the rescue

3

Determine location and condition of casualties

3.1

Assessment of confined space incident scene is undertaken to determine possible location of casualties

3.2

Appropriate equipment is used to assist in the location of casualties

3.3

Evidence of the location of casualties within confined space is collected and reported to appropriate personnel

3.4

Condition of casualties and nature of entrapment is ascertained, as required

3.5

Hygiene precautions are applied, in accordance with organisational procedures

4

Gain entry to confined space

4.1

Entry permit is located and relevant information is obtained, as required

4.2

Entry procedures are implemented, in accordance with organisational requirements

4.3

Atmosphere is monitored, in accordance with organisational procedures and industry standards

4.4

Appropriate ventilation procedures are implemented, as required, in accordance with organisational procedures

4.5

Appropriate respiratory protection equipment is used in hazardous atmospheres

4.6

Confined space rescue techniques and equipment are employed to access casualties

4.7

Located casualties are treated, in consultation with medical personnel and in accordance with organisational procedures

5

Remove casualties

5.1

Casualties are removed, in accordance with organisational procedures

5.2

Appropriate actions are taken to preserve confined space incident scene

6

Conclude rescue operations

6.1

Appropriate actions are taken to preserve the incident scene, in accordance with organisational procedures

6.2

Equipment is recovered, cleaned and serviced, in accordance with organisational procedures and manufacturers' guidelines

6.3

Hygiene precautions are implemented, in accordance with organisational procedures

6.4

Decontamination procedures are followed, in accordance with organisational procedures

6.5

Operational debriefing is participated in, in accordance organisational procedures

6.6

Operational documentation including post incident report is completed, in accordance with organisational procedures


Qualifications and Skillsets

PUASAR025 appears in the following qualifications:

  • PUA30701 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting Operations)
  • PUA30601 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
  • RII30709 - Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue
  • PUA30613 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
  • PUA30713 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting Operations)
  • RII30713 - Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue
  • RII30715 - Certificate III in Mine Emergency Response and Rescue