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 | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
Elements describe the essential outcomes | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section. |
1. Design search and rescue exercise | 1.1 Determine search and rescue exercise purpose in consultation with stakeholders and based on operational outcomes, results of training needs analysis, previous exercises and evaluation reports. 1.2 Develop exercise plan with identified components of the exercise program in consultation with stakeholders. 1.3 Identify agencies/organisations required to facilitate search and rescue exercise. 1.4 Evaluate feasibility of exercise program in accordance with resource availability. 1.5 Select exercise style and activities consistent with exercise objectives. 1.6 Conduct risk assessment to identify risk and safety factors. |
2. Plan resource allocation | 2.1 Identify resources to support the exercise. 2.2 Obtain appropriate authorisation(s) to use resources. 2.3 Negotiate availability and time frames for use of resources with appropriate authorities. |
3. Manage police SAR exercise activities | 3.1 Communicate with activity personnel to facilitate flow of information throughout the exercise. 3.2 Prepare exercise site in accordance with the exercise plan. 3.3 Deliver briefings to stakeholders reflecting exercise objectives and activities. 3.4 Ensure confirmation and management of logistic requirements required to conduct exercise activities. 3.5 Manage risk throughout the conduct of the police SAR exercise. |
4. Evaluate outcomes against SAR exercise objectives | 4.1 Conduct post-exercise debriefings to gather feedback. 4.2 Collate exercise feedback for recording purposes. 4.3 Analyse exercise feedback to identify issues. 4.4 Produce an exercise report, including recommendations. |
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least one occasion.
establishing SAR exercise style, activities and resource requirements
evaluating risk levels and feasibility of exercise program
acquiring resources
communicating with stakeholders
managing risk
collecting and analysing feedback
developing recommendations for continuous improvement purposes
Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.
exercise management concepts and principles
educational principles underpinning the design of objectives and linking those to activities
incident management principles
legislative and regulatory arrangements relevant to using resources, including land, buildings, equipment and volunteers
problem solving and decision making techniques
project management principles
risk and safety management principles
budgeting and logistics management principles
relevant organisational policies and procedures (including legislation relevant to the operation/incident/response; legislation relevant to the organisation; operational, corporate and strategic plans; operational performance standards; operational policies and procedures; organisational personnel and occupational health and safety practices and guidelines; organisational quality standards; organisation’s approach to environmental management and sustainability)
This unit contains no specific industry-mandated assessment conditions. Guidance on suggested and recommended conditions and methods can be found in the Implementation Guide.
Assessors must satisfy the NVR/AQTF mandatory competency requirements for assessors.