Assessor Resource
POLSAR009
Coordinate police search and rescue operation
Assessment tool
Version 1.0
Issue Date: April 2024
This unit describes the skills required to plan and implement search and rescue operations, as well as coordinate search and rescue (SAR) resources and employ media strategies.
This unit applies to police staff undertaking police search and rescue coordination duties.
The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to resource procurement, stakeholder and family liaison and work health and safety (WHS).
Those undertaking this unit would work within multi-agency teams and often liaise with stakeholders. They will have to make decisions independently while remaining accountable, as well as demonstrate the ability to display adaptability and situational awareness. They would perform complex tasks in a range of contexts, either in the field or within police station/office environment.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
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