The Range Statement relates to the Unit of Competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
Search terrain may include: | Bays and riversLakes and damsOceanSandSteep rock areasSurf |
Aquatic searches may be conducted under conditions such as: | Hazardous environmental conditions including:adverse weatherafter dark operationsdifficult sea and surf conditionstime pressuredangerous marine creaturesOcean or inland environmentsOperating as part of a multi-agency response |
Task information may include: | Emergency rendezvous pointsNumber, nature and description of persons or objects that are the focus of the searchCommand, control and coordination arrangementsOcean, surf and sea environmental informationOperating areaPotential hazardsTime constraintsWeather forecast |
Search equipment may include: | Compass or other positioning equipmentFoodMaps and chartsNotebook and pencilPersonal first aid equipmentPersonal hygiene itemsPersonal protective equipment, especially lifejackets, EPIRBs, wet weather gear, cold weather clothing, sun protectionRadio communications equipmentWater |
Search formations may include: | Creeping line search patternSquare search pattern |
Observation skills may include: | Picking up on physical cuesScanning |
Communication may include: | Auslan gesturesCalming and reassuring a casualtyFace-to-faceFacsimileFeedback of informationInformation technology systemsLand line telephoneMobile telephoneRadioSignalling systemsWritten |
Survival techniques may include: | Conserving water, food and energyConstructing temporary sheltersLocating other craftLocating shelterObtaining waterSkills relevant to the local areas (such as cold, heat, sea conditions, aquatic conditions) |
Operational documentation may include: | Notes or sketches of findingsOther relevant information required for potential coronial or other legal proceedings |
Operational stress symptoms may include: | FatigueHeadachesIllnessIndecisionIntoleranceLack of focusNausea |