Release

Comments

Release 2

This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 4.1.

Updated Assessment Conditions to permit assessment to be performed in simulation.

Release 1

This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 3.0 and meets the requirements of the 2012 Standards for Training Packages.

Minimal changes to the elements and performance criteria. New evidence requirements for assessment including volume and frequency requirements.

Supersedes HLTAMBT301B

ELEMENT 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements define the essential outcomes

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

1. Prepare and check vehicle and equipment

1.1 Check vehicle and equipment systematically and comprehensively based on a local vehicle checklist or inventory

1.2 Conduct vehicle checks on a regular basis according to organisation procedures to ensure continuing serviceability of vehicle and equipment

1.3 Ensure interior and exterior cleanliness of vehicle in accordance with organisation policies and procedures for minimisation of infection risk to both non-emergency personnel and patients

1.4 Maintain vehicle operating stock to acceptable minimum and maximum levels

1.5 Maintain vehicle and equipment according to established clinical guidelines and protocols

2. Ensure faults in vehicle and equipment are remedied

2.1 Identify and report general nature of fault and liaise with organisation to remedy fault

2.2 Assess risk of further damage to malfunctioning vehicle or equipment against patient care priorities, and communicate decisions to appropriate workers

2.3 Rectify minor faults where possible

2.4 Establish need for additional or replacement resources, and communicate to appropriate personnel

3. Convey and receive information using necessary modes of communication

3.1 Update knowledge to ensure communication techniques and procedures are consistent with relevant legislation and established clinical guidelines and protocols

3.2 Notify appropriate receiving facility according to local standard non-emergency patient transport procedures

4. Load, unload and secure non-emergency patient and other specific personnel for transportation

4.1 Load and unload patient, consistent with safe work practices and organisation policy and procedures

4.2 Check with patient that appropriate support or assistance during loading or unloading is being undertaken

4.3 Transport appropriate personnel to accompany the patient, where such a need has been identified and there is a capacity to do so, in accordance with established clinical guidelines/protocols

4.4 Organise and secure equipment in accordance with relevant Australian Standards, legislation and organisation policies and procedures

5. Drive vehicle

5.1 Drive vehicle in a manner that avoids exacerbation of patient’s condition

5.2 Drive vehicle under operational conditions in a low risk manner and according to legal requirements

5.3 Ensure communication is established between driver and patient or patient care officer to ensure effective observation and patient care during transport

5.4 Consult map or Global Positioning System (GPS) accurately when required

5.5 Take the most efficient route by monitoring factors likely to cause delays or route deviations

The Foundation Skills describe those required skills (language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills) that are essential to performance.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Release

Comments

Release 2

This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 4.1.

Updated Assessment Conditions to permit assessment to be performed in simulation.

Release 1

This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 3.0 and meets the requirements of the 2012 Standards for Training Packages.

Minimal changes to the elements and performance criteria. New evidence requirements for assessment including volume and frequency requirements.

Supersedes HLTAMBT301B