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.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1 | Collect and assess emergency information | 1.1 | Ascertain the scope and severity of the emergency as quickly as possible, from information received from alarms, personnel and other means |
| 1.2 | Collate and assess information on emergency |
| 1.3 | Develop responses to the information received based on emergency response planning |
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2 | Implement emergency response strategies | 2.1 | Develop, or promptly implement, on-site strategies in order to combat the emergency |
| 2.2 | Monitor continuously information flows relating to the emergency in order to evaluate the effectiveness of the implemented strategy |
| 2.3 | Coordinate team activities and resource allocation and direct them to meet the identified emergency |
| 2.4 | Delegate authority to appropriate personnel as the situation warrants |
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3 | Liaise with emergency control | 3.1 | Collate and communicate information relating to the emergency to emergency control centre |
| 3.2 | Request external assistance if required |
| 3.3 | Coordinate/incorporate external assistance into emergency response |
| 3.4 | Control internal and external communication in accordance with the emergency response plan |
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4 | Coordinate emergency responses | 4.1 | Convey feedback relating to progress/status of the emergency to emergency response teams and other personnel |
| 4.2 | Regularly reassess and modify responses and tactics in accordance with the status of the emergency |
| 4.3 | Conduct periodic 'time outs' to enable situation updates and proactive directing of resources and actions |
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5 | Assess emergency response/actions | 5.1 | Collate and assess information on status of the emergency to enable a final decision to be made and communicated to declare the end of the emergency, or abandonment of the facility |
| 5.2 | Consider future stages of the emergency and develop mitigation strategies in advance of those events |
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6 | Undertake post-emergency evaluation | 6.1 | Undertake a post-response evaluation of the emergency in order to determine the effectiveness of the response strategies and the emergency response plan |
| 6.2 | Recommend and communicate modification and adjustments to the emergency response plans to appropriate personnel |
| 6.3 | Review and modify planning of emergency response exercises and training in light of the outcomes of the emergency response evaluation |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy the requirements of the elements and performance criteria, and include the ability to:
rapidly assess a situation and process information quickly under pressure
communicate clearly and unambiguously with team members, management and other personnel under stress
lead and manage/supervise team members in emergency situations
facilitate and manage emergency responses, allocate resources and prioritise activities
utilise all available internal and external resources
interpret information about changing conditions, hazards and individuals’ needs and make prompt decisions about appropriate action and allocation of resources
facilitate evaluation of emergency response and make recommendations for improvements
write strategies, tactics and procedures.
Evidence must be provided that demonstrates knowledge of:
organisational procedures, including those covering:
safety, hazards and hazard control
incident, fire and accident
environmental protection
risk assessment/risk management
personal protective equipment (PPE)
relevant facility fire management and safety systems
communication systems
emergency response plans
hazards that may arise in the job/work environment, and:
their possible causes
potential consequences
risks
appropriate risk controls
fire chemistry, fire characteristics and chemical hazards
location and availability of fire-fighting equipment
types and application of fire-fighting and containment media
types and application of non-fire emergency containment and control
hazard identification, assessment and control of risk
types and application of PPE and breathing apparatus
search and rescue techniques (including self rescue techniques)
teamwork principles and techniques
types and impact of emergency tactics
casualty handling techniques.
Assessment for this unit of competency will be in a simulated environment. Simulation should be based on emergency incidents relevant to the particular facility/installation and will include walk-throughs of the relevant competency components. Simulations may also include the use of case studies/scenarios, role plays and 3-D virtual reality interactive systems. ‘War gaming’ is an appropriate approach.
The unit will be assessed in as holistic a manner as is practical and the judgement of competence based on a holistic assessment of the evidence.
The collection of performance evidence:
must provide evidence of the ability to manage emergency incidents over the range of situations which might be expected to be encountered
must include the demonstration of managing and coordinating an emergency incident in a simulated environment.
Assessment should occur in a simulated environment which sufficiently replicates realistic operational workplace conditions that cover all aspects of workplace performance, including environment, task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
Knowledge evidence may be collected concurrently with performance evidence (provided a record is kept) or through an independent process, such as workbooks, written assessments or interviews (provided a record is kept).
Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.
Conditions for assessment must include access to all tools, equipment, materials and documentation required, including relevant workplace procedures, product and manufacturing specifications associated with this unit.
Foundation skills are integral to competent performance of the unit and should not be assessed separately.
Assessors must satisfy the assessor competency requirements that are in place at the time of the assessment as set by the VET regulator.
In addition, the assessor or anyone acting in subject matter expert role in assessment must demonstrate both technical competency and currency. If the assessor cannot demonstrate technical competency and currency they must assess with a subject matter expert who does meet these requirements.
Technical competence can be demonstrated through one or more of:
relevant VET or other qualification/Statement of Attainment
appropriate workplace experience undertaking the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions
appropriate workplace experience supervising/evaluating the type of work being assessed under routine and non-routine conditions
Currency can be demonstrated through one or more of:
being currently employed undertaking the type of work being assessed
being employed by the organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed and having maintained currency in accordance with that organisation’s policies and procedures
having consulted/had contact with an organisation undertaking the type of work being assessed within the last twelve months, the consultation/contact being related to assessment
conducting on-the-job training/assessments of the type of work being assessed
being an active member of a relevant professional body and participating in activities relevant to the assessment of this type of work.