Modification History
Release |
TP Version |
Comments |
3 |
PUA12 V2.1 |
Editorial changes. |
2 |
PUA12 V2 |
Layout adjusted. Application added. |
1 |
PUA00 V8.1 |
Primary release. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the liaison with media at a low level incident and providing information about local events.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to workers of local public safety groups who are delegated the responsibility to liaise with media in both emergency and non-emergency situations.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
This unit contains employability skills.
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
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 Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Determine media requirements |
1.1 Organisational protocols are followed when liaising with the media. 1.2 The media's potential interest is assessed and arrangements are made to meet needs where appropriate. 1.3 Operational responsibilities are balanced against the provision of information to the media. |
2. Provide information to the media |
2.1 A positive image of the organisation is maintained when liaising with the media. 2.2 Every opportunity is used to promote the organisation, its services and personnel. 2.3 Relevant and succinct information is supplied to media when operational responsibilities are under control and when organisational representative is available to talk to the media. |
3. Publicise an event |
3.1 Relationship is established with media contacts. 3.2 Event details and support materials are gathered and presented in a logical, relevant and concise manner to the media. 3.3 Information provided to media is recorded and maintained. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in providing information to media whilst managing operational responsibilities. Consistency in performance Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment On the job or in a simulated work environment. Specific resources for assessment No special requirements. |
Range Statement
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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Organisation may include |
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Organisational protocols may include |
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Liaising with the media may include |
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Operational responsibilities may include |
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Event may include |
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Media's potential interest may include: |
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Media's requirements may include: |
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Media may include: |
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Organisational positive image may include: |
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Media opportunity may include: |
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Relevant and succinct information may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.