Modification History
Not applicable.
Unit Descriptor
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Unit Descriptor |
This unit covers the competency required to design, review and/or improve activities which exercise elements of emergency management arrangements. Designing and improving these activities may be based on evaluations from operations, exercise outcomes, organisational requirements and arrangements, individual feedback and strategic objectives. |
Application of the Unit
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Application of the Unit |
The application of this unit would inform roles and responsibilities of individuals responsible for the design of emergency management activities which exercise elements of emergency management arrangements. The requirements for the testing of emergency management arrangements may be driven by multiple legislative, organisational policy or incident contexts. Applicable roles and jobs may involve emergency management, business continuity, risk management, emergency services liaison and event management. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
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Employability Skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
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Pre-requisite Unit /s |
Nil |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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Elements describe the essential outcomes of a Unit of Competency. |
Performance Criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the Required Skills and Knowledge and/or the Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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1. Determine exercise objectives and outcomes |
1.1 Need for exercise is identified in consultation with stakeholders 1.2 Exercise objectives and outcomes that meet the identified needs are determined 1.3 Areas of focus for exercise activities are determined, based on operational outcomes, results of training needs/outcomes, previous exercises and evaluation |
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2. Design and plan exercise activities |
2.1 Planning team is established and organised 2.2 Meetings are held, agreements and decisions are made and outcomes are communicated to relevant people 2.3 Components of the exercise program are identified, developed and documented in the exercise plan 2.4 Exercise style and activities consistent with exercise objectives are selected in consultation with stakeholders 2.5 Design planning processes are undertaken to meet exercise objectives and components 2.6 Exercise activity documentation is constructed |
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3. Assess exercise activity risks |
3.1 Risk and safety considerations are included in planning process 3.2 Activities which mitigate/reduce risks associated with conducting exercise activities are designed and included 3.3 Exercise contingency plan based on risk assessment is prepared |
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4. Plan resource allocation |
4.1 Resources to support exercise are identified and secured 4.2 Exercise host is identified and commitment to achieving exercise objectives and outcomes is negotiated and secured 4.3 Appropriate authorisation for use of resources is determined 4.4 Availability and timeframes for use of resources is negotiated and approved with appropriate authorities |
Required Skills and Knowledge
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REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
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This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of activity contexts including multi-agency incidents of varying complexity. |
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency should be assessed on-the-job or in a simulated workplace environment. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to:
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Method of assessment |
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook. Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment. Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
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Range Statement
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RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Stakeholders may include |
Client groups Community groups/members Industry groups Media Members of the public Politicians Public and private sector organisations Recovery organisations Staff Volunteers |
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Exercise objectives and outcomes may include |
Assessing and demonstrating the capability of individuals/teams and systems/arrangements Assessing system/s performance Auditing performance Education Enhanced emergency management arrangements Evaluating emergency management plans Evaluating individuals/teams/facilities/systems Evaluating risk treatment strategies Exploring issues Improving team cohesion Meeting legislative and/or state/territory requirements Promoting awareness Testing effectiveness/efficiency of emergency management plans/arrangements Validating training outcomes |
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Focus for exercise activities may include |
Improving systems/arrangements Learning of participants Developing/training participants Sharing information Testing systems/arrangement/facilities/competency of individuals/teams |
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Planning team must include |
Appropriately qualified and experienced members and stakeholders |
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Components of the exercise program must include |
Activity plan Authorities Budget Code name Complexity of exercise plan Debrief Evaluation/assessment plan Evidence collection tools/templates Location Objectives and outcomes Responsible authority Safety Schedule Scope |
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Activities may include |
Case studies Discussion exercises Distributed interactive software Field exercises Functional centre exercises (specific task environments within the workplace) Multimedia Role plays Scenario analyses Scenario storylines including general and special ideas Simulation exercises Tactical exercise without troops (TEWT) |
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Design planning processes may include |
Assessment and performance criteria Briefings and debriefings Contingency plan Design of activity Determination of activity management structure Developing documentation Issuing notification Identifying and reducing risks Identifying and securing resources Meetings Reviewing key performance indicators Scoping of agencies participating and the level at which they are participating Seasonal weather consideration Time and length of exercise activities |
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Activity documentation may include |
Activity inputs (general idea) Activity notification Activity management checklists Assessor documentation Evaluation checklist Evidence collection templates Exercise injects General instruction Incident action plans Meeting details Risk assessments Risk action plans Safety instructions Special idea Specific inputs Timetable/schedule of events Umpire documentation |
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Resources may include |
Activity communications Agency guidelines/instructions Catering Equipment Exercise facilitator Exercise management team Facilities Finance First aid personnel Guest/specialist speaker Medical supplies and personnel Personnel Presenter Responders or victims with experience of an emergency Response guide Safety advisor Transport Volunteers Welfare |
Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.
