Modification History
Release |
TP version |
Comments |
3 |
PUA12 V2.1 |
Imported units updated. |
2 |
PUA12 V2 |
Imported units updated |
1 |
PUA12 v1 |
New release of existing qualification from PUA00 v8.1: PUA31310. Packaging rules wording revised, imported units updated. Equivalent. |
Description
Not applicable.
Pathways Information
Pathways into the qualification
Candidates may enter the qualification through a number of entry points demonstrating potential to undertake vocational education and training at this qualification level, such as:
- after achieving the PUA21012 Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue)
- working in a lifesaver, lifeguard, first responder or marine rescue role
- with vocational experience in beach or marine safety and first responder roles.
Pathways from the qualification
After achieving the PUA31312 Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue), candidates may undertake a range of qualifications relevant to their role, such as:
- PUA41112 Certificate IV in Public Safety (Community Safety)
- PUA42612 Certificate IV in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue Management).
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Summary
Employability Skills are part of a unit of competency.
Employability Skills statements from a selection of units of competency from the PUA31312 Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) have been reproduced in the table below.
This table provides an example of Employability Skills for the qualification because Employability Skills within a qualification will vary depending on the qualification packaging options.
Employability Skill |
Employability Skills Statement |
Communication |
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Teamwork |
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Problem solving |
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Initiative and enterprise |
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Planning and organising |
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Self-management |
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Learning |
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Technology |
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Packaging Rules
11 units of competency are required for this qualification including:
- 6 core units
- 5 elective units
Choose a minimum of 3 elective units from the list below.
Choose the remaining 2 elective units from either the elective list below or elsewhere within this training package or another endorsed training package or accredited course.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must be from an equivalent qualification level or higher.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
Where a pre-requisite unit is attached to a unit it is identified by this symbol ∟.
The pre-requisite units attached to any of the units must be undertaken and are additional to the number of units required for the qualification.
Code |
Core Units |
PUACOM001C |
Communicate in the workplace |
PUAOHS002B |
Maintain safety at an incident scene |
PUAOPE013A |
Operate communications systems and equipment |
PUASAR011C |
Search as a member of an aquatic search team |
PUATEA004D |
Work effectively in a public safety organisation |
HLTFA311A |
Apply first aid |
Code |
Elective Units |
PUACOM002B |
Provide services to clients |
PUAEME003C |
Administer oxygen in an emergency situation ∟ PUAEME001B Provide emergency care |
PUAEME004A |
Provide emergency care for suspected spinal injury ∟ HLTFA211A Provide basic emergency life support OR ∟ HLTFA311A Apply first aid |
PUAEME005A |
Provide pain management ∟ HLTFA211A Provide basic emergency life support OR ∟ HLTFA311A Apply first aid |
PUAEMR026 |
Treat operational risk ∟ PUAEMR027 Assess operational risk |
PUAEMR027 |
Assess operational risk |
PUAEQU001B |
Prepare, maintain and test response equipment |
PUAOHS001C |
Follow defined occupational health and safety policies and procedures |
PUAOPE009C |
Navigate in an aquatic environment |
PUAOPE010C |
Operate an automated external defibrillator in an emergency ∟ PUAEME001B Provide emergency care OR ∟ HLTFA211A Provide basic emergency life support |
PUAOPE012A |
Control a Level 1 incident |
PUAOPE027A |
Undertake beach safety management activities |
PUAPOLIM002A |
Promote public safety objectives by liaison with a culturally specific community |
PUASAR014A |
Operate and maintain a small powercraft and motor for rescue operations |
PUASAR015A |
Crew small powercraft in a rescue operation |
PUASAR016A |
Operate and maintain a personal water craft for rescue operations |
PUASAR017A |
Undertake advanced surf rescue ∟ PUACOM001C Communicate in the workplace ∟ PUASAR012C Apply surf awareness and self-rescue skills ∟ PUASAR013A Participate in an aquatic rescue operation |
PUASES012A |
Work as a team member in an emergency operations centre |
PUATEA002B |
Work autonomously |
PUAVEH001B |
Drive vehicles under operational conditions |
BSBFLM312C |
Contribute to team effectiveness |
HLTFA302B |
Provide first aid in remote situation |
HLTFA412A |
Apply advanced first aid |
HLTFA404C |
Apply advanced resuscitation techniques |
PMAOHS214B |
Undertake helicopter safety and escape |
SISCAQU202A |
Perform basic water rescues |
SISCAQU306A |
Supervise clients at an aquatic facility or environment |
SISCAQU307A |
Perform advanced water rescues |
SISCAQU312A |
Assist participants with a disability during aquatic activities |