Assessment Requirements for HLTPOP024 Develop a disaster plan

Release: 1

Assessment Requirements for HLTPOP024 Develop a disaster plan

Modification History

Release	Comments
Release 1	This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 3.0 and meets the requirements of the 2012 Standards for Training Packages. Minor changes to the elements and performance criteria. New evidence requirements for assessment, including volume and frequency requirements. Minor changes to knowledge evidence. Supersedes HLTPOP523C

Performance Evidence

The candidate must show evidence of the ability to complete tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the job role. There must be demonstrated evidence that the candidate has:

developed at least 1 disaster plan in consultation with key stakeholders to respond to at least 3 different types of disasters

identified and delivered training requirements for volunteers involved in the implementation of the plan.

Knowledge Evidence

The candidate must be able to demonstrate essential knowledge required to effectively complete tasks outlined in the elements and performance criteria of this unit, manage tasks and manage contingencies in the context of the work role. This includes knowledge of:

types of disasters including:

floods

cyclones

nuclear

fires

riots

earthquakes

disaster plans and planning strategies and processes

community networks

community views on disaster management

existing community disaster plans

legislation relating to disaster management

local disaster planning processes and networks

local resources, suppliers and tradespeople

project development

relevant Commonwealth, State/Territory and local government policies and guidelines

policies, protocols and procedures of the organisation

stakeholder consultation and participation principles and techniques

local networks and community organisations, including:

State or Territory health departments

police and other emergency services

social security

local government

non-government organisations

service providers

community groups.

Assessment Conditions

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions. Where simulation is used, it must reflect real working conditions by modelling industry operating conditions and contingencies as well as using suitable facilities, equipment and resources.

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.

Links

Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705