Modification History
Release |
TP version |
Comments |
3 |
PUA12 V2.1 |
Editorial changes. |
2 |
PUA12 V1 |
Layout adjusted. Fire specific prerequisite removed. |
1 |
PUA00 V8.1 |
First release in TGA. |
Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to search for and locate lost persons and/or items as a member of a land search team.
No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Application of the Unit
This unit applies to individuals who are required to perform a land search as a member of a team under the direction of team leader in a range of environments and conditions.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
PUAFIR215 Prevent injury (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
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare for land search |
1.1 Operation and task information is obtained and assessed and safety briefing is received. 1.2 Incident information is used to determine personal equipment needed for search operation appropriate to search terrain. 1.3 Search equipment is checked and packed for use appropriate for the expected terrain and conditions. |
2. Participate in search |
2.1 Specified team roles and functions for search operations are carried out and safety briefing is conducted. 2.2 Search techniques are maintained, as specified by search coordinator. 2.3 Search boundaries are marked in line with task requirements. 2.4 Observation skills are applied and any clues to locate persons or objects are reported immediately in accordance with organisational procedures. 2.5 Communication is maintained within the team. 2.6 Personal capabilities and limitations are recognised and referred to supervisor. |
3. Maintain search safety |
3.1 Survival techniques are applied where required. 3.2 Search safety procedures are implemented in accordance with organisational policies and procedures. 3.3 Lost searcher procedures are implemented if required. |
4. Preserve scene |
4.1 Supervisor is immediately advised of located persons or findings in accordance with organisational procedures. 4.2 Initial preservation procedures are implemented to maintain the integrity of evidence. 4.3 Initial scene preservation is conducted in line with the organisational requirements. |
5. Complete stand down procedures |
5.1 Search equipment is recovered, cleaned and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and organisational procedures. 5.2 Operational debriefing is participated in and operational documentation is completed to organisational standards. 5.3 Symptoms of operational stress are recognised and reported. 5.4 Decontamination procedures are followed 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 Competency should be assessed in an industry-approved simulated and/or workplace environment involving land search rescues using a range of equipment. 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 industry-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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Operation and task information may include: |
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Safety briefing may include: |
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Incident information may include: |
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Personal equipment may include: |
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Search operations may include: |
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Equipment may include: |
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Terrain may include: |
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Conditions may include: |
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Specified team roles may: |
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Observation skills may include: |
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Communication may include: |
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Survival techniques may include: |
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Operational documentation may include: |
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Symptoms of operational stress may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.