This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge required to manage search and rescue operations in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.

The unit is applicable to individuals undertaking limited search and rescue activities in support of national Search and Rescue (SAR) authorities. Team members and crews may be members of a range of government and/or non-government agencies or organisations.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

ELEMENTS

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element.

1

Develop strategies

1.1

Search and rescue parameters are identified based on information available

1.2

Search and rescue strategy is developed based on information available

1.3

Resources are identified, in accordance with strategy based on available information

1.4

Strategy is evaluated and reviewed as determined by the input of information and review of available resources

2

Coordinate team members

2.1

Team members are informed of the scenario and strategy determined from outcome of review of information and resource requirements

2.2

Team members are briefed on their roles and responsibilities and the way the team will operate

2.3

Tasks are allocated to team members commensurate with their roles in the team and level of competence

2.4

Confirmation is gained from team members of an understanding of the scenario, their role and the roles of others in the team

2.5

Performance of team members is monitored and reviewed, as the scenario unfolds, to determine ongoing requirements

2.6

Feedback from team members is received and relayed to others

3

Liaise with internal and external authorities, agencies and organisations

3.1

Briefings are provided to appropriate personnel, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3.2

Resources are monitored and reviewed to determine changing requirements

3.3

Guidance and support are provided and sought from authorities, organisations and agencies, in accordance with requirements

4

Manage communications systems

4.1

Communications systems are identified as appropriate to the situation and strategy

4.2

Communication systems are selected, in accordance with requirements

4.3

Communication systems are managed to provide optimum capability

5

Manage search and rescue records

5.1

Records are managed to ensure quality and attention to detail

5.2

Intended audience for written report is identified and expectations are negotiated

5.3

Content of report is accurate and written in a concise and logical manner

5.4

Report is disseminated to the intended audience in a timely manner

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

records must include

databases

logs and files

Aviation Marine Search and Rescue

Aviation Marine Search and Rescue