Assessor Resource

HLTDEF001
Participate in a land based deployed health capability

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to prepare for deployment and function effectively at the operational level as part of a deployed health element.

This unit applies to Australian Defence Force (ADF) personnel working under direction in the context of a land based operational environment. Operational environments vary in accordance with Government directives and include war fighting, peacekeeping and humanitarian assistance.

The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.

You may want to include more information here about the target group and the purpose of the assessments (eg formative, summative, recognition)



Evidence Required

List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1. Prepare for deployment

1.1 Check stores and equipment to ensure they are operational and prepared for movement and complete required documentation

1.2 Safely pack and load dedicated stores and equipment to facilitate anticipated transport outcomes

1.3 Complete personal preparation for deployment according to requirements

2. Participate in deployment activities

2.1 Use effective communication and teamwork skills

2.2 Prioritise work in consultation with other members of the team

2.3 Set up designated work areas, stores and equipment for use

2.4 Identify equipment and basic facility shortfalls and report to supervisor

3. Operate within a deployed health capability element

3.1 Receive and transfer patients in accordance with operational procedures

3.2 Adapt to specific deployment requirements in performance of operational duties

4. Participate in re-deployment activities

4.1 Work effectively as part of a team to re-deploy the health element

4.2 Refurbish stores and equipment for future operations

4.3 Identify stores and equipment shortfalls and report to supervisor

4.4 Safely pack and load dedicated stores and equipment for redeployment

4.5 Participate in debriefing/evaluation activities to improve future deployments and address individual’s needs

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

completed the following according to the overarching operational mandate and standing orders, policies and instructions for that deployment:

participated in core role as an effective member of a deployed health capability over a 36-hour period

completed the following individual preparations:

inoculations

fitness and medical/dental checks

personal kitting

wills

loaded, set-up and operated the following stores and equipment using safe manual handling techniques:

tentage

medical equipment

power systems

general field equipment

personnel kitting

erected deployment shelters

adapted to the unique requirements of a specific deployment

used effective communication and teamwork skills:

active listening

questioning

feedback

information sharing

collaborative planning

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

legal, ethical and military requirements for working in land based deployment:

codes of practice

duty of care

infection prevention and control

informed consent

mandatory reporting

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

records management and documentation

rights and responsibilities of workers, employers and clients

specific military information sources that inform work practice:

ADF publications

health policy directives

land warfare manuals

Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC)

Geneva conventions

maritime and aviation orders

operational mandate

operational/movement orders and expectations

organisation/unit standard operating procedures

current operational mandate

work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations

work health and safety

organisation policies and procedures pertinent to own capability

individual readiness requirements

manual handling techniques that support safe work practice and safe loading:

preparing the load/client

preparing the environment

using the stronger muscles in the legs where possible, rather than spinal muscles

maintaining a neutral spine when lifting and carrying

using two hands to lift or carry

keeping the load close to the body/centre of gravity

avoiding lifting objects above shoulder height

minimising repetitive movements

positions not held for long periods of time

avoiding twisting by repositioning feet whilst turning

equipment and stores operating instructions and maintenance requirements pertaining to designated deployment logistics

general health element components, organisation of roles and associated support (i.e. Roles 1, 2 & 3) logistical supply chain for the deployment

operational posture requirements (duty systems, weapons, daily routines, shifts and rosters, local defence procedures, movements orders and environmental constraints)

role of other health care providers and capabilities

set-up and operation of equipment contained within own health capability

structure, function and layout of own health capability

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions over a continuous 36 hour period. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

a simulated operations area requiring the establishment of a health element to support the embedded forces

multiple mannequins, actors and support staff to establish a working environment for operations and participate in military based scenarios

a land based health element

catering, shelter, hygiene facilities (personnel barracks/sleeping quarters)

transport vehicles

modelling of industry operating conditions, including presence of, and interaction with, sufficient personnel to support the exercise requirements

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors. In addition, assessors must have at least 3 years’ experience as a military officer/senior non-commissioned officer (SNO) with deployment experience for all military components.

Subject matter experts with a minimum of 3 years clinical experience will also be required for any clinical scenarios assessed during the exercise.


Submission Requirements

List each assessment task's title, type (eg project, observation/demonstration, essay, assingnment, checklist) and due date here

Assessment task 1: [title]      Due date:

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Assessment Tasks

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ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements define the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element

1. Prepare for deployment

1.1 Check stores and equipment to ensure they are operational and prepared for movement and complete required documentation

1.2 Safely pack and load dedicated stores and equipment to facilitate anticipated transport outcomes

1.3 Complete personal preparation for deployment according to requirements

2. Participate in deployment activities

2.1 Use effective communication and teamwork skills

2.2 Prioritise work in consultation with other members of the team

2.3 Set up designated work areas, stores and equipment for use

2.4 Identify equipment and basic facility shortfalls and report to supervisor

3. Operate within a deployed health capability element

3.1 Receive and transfer patients in accordance with operational procedures

3.2 Adapt to specific deployment requirements in performance of operational duties

4. Participate in re-deployment activities

4.1 Work effectively as part of a team to re-deploy the health element

4.2 Refurbish stores and equipment for future operations

4.3 Identify stores and equipment shortfalls and report to supervisor

4.4 Safely pack and load dedicated stores and equipment for redeployment

4.5 Participate in debriefing/evaluation activities to improve future deployments and address individual’s needs

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

completed the following according to the overarching operational mandate and standing orders, policies and instructions for that deployment:

participated in core role as an effective member of a deployed health capability over a 36-hour period

completed the following individual preparations:

inoculations

fitness and medical/dental checks

personal kitting

wills

loaded, set-up and operated the following stores and equipment using safe manual handling techniques:

tentage

medical equipment

power systems

general field equipment

personnel kitting

erected deployment shelters

adapted to the unique requirements of a specific deployment

used effective communication and teamwork skills:

active listening

questioning

feedback

information sharing

collaborative planning

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

legal, ethical and military requirements for working in land based deployment:

codes of practice

duty of care

infection prevention and control

informed consent

mandatory reporting

privacy, confidentiality and disclosure

records management and documentation

rights and responsibilities of workers, employers and clients

specific military information sources that inform work practice:

ADF publications

health policy directives

land warfare manuals

Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC)

Geneva conventions

maritime and aviation orders

operational mandate

operational/movement orders and expectations

organisation/unit standard operating procedures

current operational mandate

work role boundaries – responsibilities and limitations

work health and safety

organisation policies and procedures pertinent to own capability

individual readiness requirements

manual handling techniques that support safe work practice and safe loading:

preparing the load/client

preparing the environment

using the stronger muscles in the legs where possible, rather than spinal muscles

maintaining a neutral spine when lifting and carrying

using two hands to lift or carry

keeping the load close to the body/centre of gravity

avoiding lifting objects above shoulder height

minimising repetitive movements

positions not held for long periods of time

avoiding twisting by repositioning feet whilst turning

equipment and stores operating instructions and maintenance requirements pertaining to designated deployment logistics

general health element components, organisation of roles and associated support (i.e. Roles 1, 2 & 3) logistical supply chain for the deployment

operational posture requirements (duty systems, weapons, daily routines, shifts and rosters, local defence procedures, movements orders and environmental constraints)

role of other health care providers and capabilities

set-up and operation of equipment contained within own health capability

structure, function and layout of own health capability

Skills must have been demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated environment that reflects workplace conditions over a continuous 36 hour period. The following conditions must be met for this unit:

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including:

a simulated operations area requiring the establishment of a health element to support the embedded forces

multiple mannequins, actors and support staff to establish a working environment for operations and participate in military based scenarios

a land based health element

catering, shelter, hygiene facilities (personnel barracks/sleeping quarters)

transport vehicles

modelling of industry operating conditions, including presence of, and interaction with, sufficient personnel to support the exercise requirements

Assessors must satisfy the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) 2015/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors. In addition, assessors must have at least 3 years’ experience as a military officer/senior non-commissioned officer (SNO) with deployment experience for all military components.

Subject matter experts with a minimum of 3 years clinical experience will also be required for any clinical scenarios assessed during the exercise.

Copy and paste from the following performance criteria to create an observation checklist for each task. When you have finished writing your assessment tool every one of these must have been addressed, preferably several times in a variety of contexts. To ensure this occurs download the assessment matrix for the unit; enter each assessment task as a column header and place check marks against each performance criteria that task addresses.

Observation Checklist

Tasks to be observed according to workplace/college/TAFE policy and procedures, relevant legislation and Codes of Practice Yes No Comments/feedback
 
Check stores and equipment to ensure they are operational and prepared for movement and complete required documentation 
Safely pack and load dedicated stores and equipment to facilitate anticipated transport outcomes 
Complete personal preparation for deployment according to requirements 
Use effective communication and teamwork skills 
Prioritise work in consultation with other members of the team 
Set up designated work areas, stores and equipment for use 
Identify equipment and basic facility shortfalls and report to supervisor 
Receive and transfer patients in accordance with operational procedures 
Adapt to specific deployment requirements in performance of operational duties 
Work effectively as part of a team to re-deploy the health element 
Refurbish stores and equipment for future operations 
Identify stores and equipment shortfalls and report to supervisor 
Safely pack and load dedicated stores and equipment for redeployment 
Participate in debriefing/evaluation activities to improve future deployments and address individual’s needs 

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