Assessor Resource

HLTPOP013
Contribute to the implementation of a disaster plan

Assessment tool

Version 1.0
Issue Date: March 2024


This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to respond to a disaster as identified in an organisational disaster plan.

This unit applies to work in a public health context and workers at this level will work under supervision and within defined guidelines.

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.

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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 specify the level of performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Identify existing local disaster planning strategies

1.1 Identify local community organisations providing emergency services

1.2 Clarify disaster plan and/or strategies and disaster planning exercises for the community

2. Identify roles in the delivery of the disaster plan

2.1 Identify local disaster planning processes

2.2 Identify roles and responsibilities of the disaster planning coordinator and other persons and determine own role

2.3 Identify relevant State/Territory and local lead agency representatives and contacts as appropriate

2.4 Put in place appropriate joint planning

3. Promote role of community organisations in the delivery of the disaster plan

3.1 Identify and explain roles and responsibilities of community organisation

3.2 Undertake assessment of skills and possible training of community organisation representatives

3.3 Implement disaster plan in line with community and organisation requirements

4. Provide feedback on disaster plan

4.1 Assess the effectiveness of the disaster plan in consultation with stakeholders

4.2 Identify and document ways to improve the disaster plan

4.3 Provide supervisor or manager and disaster planning coordinator with information on the effectiveness of the disaster plan and suggested ways to improve

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 evidence that the candidate has:

implemented an existing disaster plan to respond to at least 2 different types of disasters, including collaborating with colleagues and other stakeholders to access effectiveness of implementation and identify and document improvements to the plan.

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

legal and organisational requirements relating to implementing a disaster plan, including:

local, state and territory agencies relevant to the implementation disaster plan

roles and responsibilities of key people

points of contact to assist with the implementation of disaster plan which are outside own area of responsibility

scope of own role and responsibilities

lines of communication and authority relevant to own role

group facilitation, negotiation and problem solving 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

why community participation and control in decision-making is essential to all aspects of health work, and the role of the health worker in supporting the community in this process.

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

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including disaster plans and equipment outlined in the plan

modelling of standard industry operating conditions and contingencies.

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


Submission Requirements

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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 specify the level of performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1. Identify existing local disaster planning strategies

1.1 Identify local community organisations providing emergency services

1.2 Clarify disaster plan and/or strategies and disaster planning exercises for the community

2. Identify roles in the delivery of the disaster plan

2.1 Identify local disaster planning processes

2.2 Identify roles and responsibilities of the disaster planning coordinator and other persons and determine own role

2.3 Identify relevant State/Territory and local lead agency representatives and contacts as appropriate

2.4 Put in place appropriate joint planning

3. Promote role of community organisations in the delivery of the disaster plan

3.1 Identify and explain roles and responsibilities of community organisation

3.2 Undertake assessment of skills and possible training of community organisation representatives

3.3 Implement disaster plan in line with community and organisation requirements

4. Provide feedback on disaster plan

4.1 Assess the effectiveness of the disaster plan in consultation with stakeholders

4.2 Identify and document ways to improve the disaster plan

4.3 Provide supervisor or manager and disaster planning coordinator with information on the effectiveness of the disaster plan and suggested ways to improve

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 evidence that the candidate has:

implemented an existing disaster plan to respond to at least 2 different types of disasters, including collaborating with colleagues and other stakeholders to access effectiveness of implementation and identify and document improvements to the plan.

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

legal and organisational requirements relating to implementing a disaster plan, including:

local, state and territory agencies relevant to the implementation disaster plan

roles and responsibilities of key people

points of contact to assist with the implementation of disaster plan which are outside own area of responsibility

scope of own role and responsibilities

lines of communication and authority relevant to own role

group facilitation, negotiation and problem solving 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

why community participation and control in decision-making is essential to all aspects of health work, and the role of the health worker in supporting the community in this process.

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

use of suitable facilities, equipment and resources, including disaster plans and equipment outlined in the plan

modelling of standard industry operating conditions and contingencies.

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

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
 
Identify local community organisations providing emergency services 
Clarify disaster plan and/or strategies and disaster planning exercises for the community 
Identify local disaster planning processes 
Identify roles and responsibilities of the disaster planning coordinator and other persons and determine own role 
Identify relevant State/Territory and local lead agency representatives and contacts as appropriate 
Put in place appropriate joint planning 
Identify and explain roles and responsibilities of community organisation 
Undertake assessment of skills and possible training of community organisation representatives 
Implement disaster plan in line with community and organisation requirements 
Assess the effectiveness of the disaster plan in consultation with stakeholders 
Identify and document ways to improve the disaster plan 
Provide supervisor or manager and disaster planning coordinator with information on the effectiveness of the disaster plan and suggested ways to improve 

Forms

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