Modification History
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PUA12 V2 |
Application of the Unit added Unit revised to reflect current work requirements Context of Assessment revised Method of assessment added |
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PUA00 V8.1 |
Primary release on TGA |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to work as a situation-aware member of a crew to apply appropriate fire control strategies and safe work practices to extinguish a wildfire, participate in mop-up and patrol operations, and prepare equipment for the next crew.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to personnel who work as a member of a team. Work at this level is often undertaken without direct supervision and instruction. There may be some level of supervision of other members of the crew at this level.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
PUAFIR204B Respond to wildfire
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
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1. Receive and report details of wildfire |
1.1 Details of the wildfire including its location, type , behaviour and development are received and recorded. 1.2 Fire details are reported in accordance with organisational procedures. |
2. Prepare to respond to fire |
2.1 Location of the wildfire is confirmed and the safest effective access route is determined. 2.2 Personal protective clothing and equipment , apparel, food and water are obtained before departure, in accordance with organisational requirements. 2.3 Most appropriate method of transport to the wildfire is selected and used. |
3. Proceed to fire |
3.1 Location of the wildfire is confirmed by observation or from instructions while on approach. 3.2 Access to area is determined and achieved without injury to personnel or damage to vehicles, equipment or environmentally sensitive areas . 3.3 Evidence observed on approach relevant to wildfire cause is noted and brought to the attention of the appropriate authority. 3.4 Navigational aids are used for planning and operational purposes. |
4. Protect people and assets |
4.1 As far as conditions allow, number, location and safety of people and assets in the threatened area is determined and assessed. 4.2 Appropriate protective procedures are implemented under direction, to protect persons in the path of a wildfire. 4.3 Access by the public and personnel to hazardous locations is controlled as directed and in accordance with organisational procedures. 4.4 Defensibility of property is considered and, if appropriate, assistance is provided to help occupiers. 4.5 Safety of people and assets in the threatened area is monitored during the course of the fire. 4.6 Safety of people and security of assets in the area is checked and reported after the passing of the fire. |
5. Combat wildfire |
5.1 Access to the area of operations is gained in the safest and most effective manner. 5.2 Notification of arrival and appropriate report is provided. 5.3 Briefing is received including area of operations, strategies and tactics to be employed. 5.4 Most suitable location to commence wildfire control operations is selected. 5.5 Firefighting media and equipment are selected and used effectively and safely in accordance with organisational procedures. 5.6 Fire hazards are identified and action taken to minimise the risk of injury to the public, personnel and self. 5.7 Firefighting strategies are implemented to achieve objectives in accordance with organisational procedures. 5.8 Fire control activities are undertaken to minimise overall damage and impact on assets and the environment. 5.9 Potential fire behaviour is considered and acted upon to ensure safety and achievement of objective. 5.10 Fuel , weather and topographical factors are observed and potential fire behaviour anticipated. 5.11 Communication is maintained with supervisor and other firefighters in the work area. 5.12 Fire reports are provided to supervisor as required. 5.13 Area of origin and evidence of fire cause are protected and brought to attention of supervisor or relevant authority. 5.14 Escape routes and safety zones are established and communicated to personnel. |
6. Conduct mop-up and patrol activities |
6.1 Mop-up activities are carried out in accordance with guidelines and conditions. 6.2 Patrol of the perimeter or sector of the fire is maintained in accordance with organisational procedures and guidelines. |
7. Recover and maintain equipment |
7.1 Equipment is made up and made ready for operational use in accordance with organisational procedures. 7.2 Damaged or missing equipment is replaced, recorded and/or reported in accordance with organisational procedures. |
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
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 actual and/or simulated workplace environments. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Evidence of performance at a wildfire or prescribed burn is required for attainment of Elements 5 and 6 of this unit. The remaining elements should be assessed in an agency approved field-based environment or simulation. 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 agency-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
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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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Types must include: |
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Access may include: |
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Environmentally sensitive areas may include: |
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Navigational aids must include: |
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and may also include: |
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Assets may include: |
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Protective procedures may include: |
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Firefighting media must include: |
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and may also include: |
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Firefighting equipment must include: |
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and may also include: |
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Fire hazards must include: |
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Firefighting strategies must include: |
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Potential fire behaviour may include: |
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Fuel may include: |
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Fuel factors which may impact on fire development must include: |
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Weather factors which may impact on fire development must include: |
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Topographical factors which may impact on fire development must include: |
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Fire reports may include: |
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Evidence of fire cause may include: |
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Escape routes may include: |
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Safety zones may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.