Modification History
Release |
TP version |
Comments |
3 |
PUA12 V2.1 |
Editorial changes. |
2 |
PUA12 V1 |
Layout adjusted. Application revised. |
1 |
PUA00 V8.1 |
Primary release on TGA. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competence to command an organisation's personnel within a multi-agency emergency response environment.
Command is the internal direction of the members and resources of an organisation in the performance of the organisation's roles and tasks by agreement or in accordance with relevant legislation. Command operates vertically within an organisation.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to Public Safety personnel who have a command role within their own organisation and are required to administer that command in a multi-agency response environment. It does not include the requirement to administer command of personnel from other agencies in a multi-agency response.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
PUAOPE021A Control a Level 1 incident
PUAOPE015A Conduct briefings and debriefings (Fire sector specific)
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. Take command |
1.1 Command is exercised in accordance with organisation authority and guidelines. 1.2 The identity, location and contact details of the commander are communicated to internal personnel and to relevant external authorities/organisations/individuals pertinent to the emergency/incident. |
2. Establish a command facility |
2.1 An appropriate command facility is established and operated in accordance with organisational guidelines. 2.2 Details of the facility are communicated to internal personnel and to relevant external authorities/organisations/individuals as required. |
3. Establish a command structure |
3.1 A command structure is established appropriate to the nature and complexity of the task (s) undertaken by the organisation. 3.2 The command structure is expanded, contracted or modified in response to changes within the emergency environment. |
4. Establish procedures to permit command to be exercised |
4.1 Command structure is communicated to internal personnel and external authorities/individuals whom may have a regulatory interest applicable to the emergency/incident. 4.2 Command information management system is implemented. 4.3 Communication mechanisms and procedures are implemented between levels of command in accordance with organisational guidelines. 4.4 Liaison is established and maintained to meet control and command requirements. 4.5 A public information system is established in accordance with control plan requirements. |
5. Determine operational command plan |
5.1 Tasks are received and/or determined in accordance with the control requirements. 5.2 Operational command plan to implement strategies is developed and modified as required in accordance with organisational guidelines. 5.3 Appropriate tactics to effectively manage the emergency/incident are identified in accordance with the operational command plan. |
6. Manage resources under organisation command |
6.1 Resources are deployed to ensure that the operational command plan is implemented in accordance with organisational guidelines. 6.2 Human and physical resources are effectively managed to achieve command plan outcomes. |
7. Manage operation(s) |
7.1 Operations are conducted in accordance with the operational command plan. 7.2 Significant changes in status and actions taken are reported consistent with organisational policy and procedures. 7.3 Operations are redirected as required to meet changes in the conditions which affect the emergency/incident situation. |
8. Conclude operation(s) |
8.1 Physical, human and capital resources are accounted for in accordance with organisational guidelines. 8.2 Debriefing requirements are met in accordance with organisational guidelines. 8.3 Operational documentation is completed to organisation standards. 8.4 Reports are produced as required. |
9. Review operations |
9.1 Plans and guidelines are evaluated and reviewed. 9.2 Effectiveness of command and interaction with control is evaluated and documented. 9.3 Reports are produced and communicated in accordance with established protocols. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
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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:
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 Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Specific resources for assessment Resources should involve access to or simulation of emergency situations in a multi-organisation response environment. This includes resources relating to: equipment, personnel, facilities etc appropriate to the emergency situation and within the bounds of responsibility as designated within the requirements of control. |
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 of emergencies (imminent or actual) may include: |
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Technological/industrial events may include: |
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Civil/political events may include: |
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Considerations in the determination of the nature, extent and potential of an emergency may include: |
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Resources may include: |
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Information management system may include: |
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Personnel support activities may include supply of: |
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Command facility establishment procedures and principles may include consideration of: |
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Communication processes and systems may include: |
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Internal and external personnel and authorities may include: |
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Support services may include: |
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Debriefing may include: |
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Agreed reporting mechanisms will involve: |
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Activities controlled include: |
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Sources of information/ documents may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.