Application
The application of this unit in the workplace - the environments, complexities and situations involved - will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. This text will be useful for the purposes of job descriptions, recruitment advice or job analysis; where possible, it will not be too job specific to allow other industries to import it into other Training Packages, where feasible. | |
Prerequisites
Prerequisite Unit/s | Nil |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Plan and prepare for collection task | 1.1 Requirement to collect information is identified from instructions, and is understood and confirmed with supervisor 1.2 Appropriate collection methods are determined 1.3 Plan is developed and agreed with supervisor 1.4 Sources of information and data are determined in accordance with standard procedures 1.5 Resources allocated for the task are identified in accordance with standard procedures |
2. Collect information and data | 2.1 Occupational health and safety (OH&S) requirements and recognised safety precautions are applied throughout the operation in accordance with standard procedures 2.2 Information and data is identified, sourced and collected in accordance with the plan |
3. Record and report information | 3.1 Information is recorded in the format required by organisational procedures 3.2 Information is communicated to a higherauthority in accordance with the requirements of the task 3.3 Information is disseminated as directed by supervisor 3.4 Documentation and records are completed and maintained in accordance with standard procedures |
Required Skills
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
analyse information and data communicate information and data conduct research questioning techniques tactical reconnaissance take measurements - using a laser range finder, tape measure, ruler technical reconnaissance use communications equipment use global positioning systems use optical enhancement tools such as binoculars |
Required Knowledge |
basic research and analysis techniques collection methods communication requirements and equipment indigenous inhabitants and culture intelligence cycle - direction, collection, processing and dissemination legal responsibilities navigation operational environment relevant legislation and procedures in relation to environmental requirements relevant OH&S regulations/requirements, equipment, material and personal safety requirements security - site, personnel, information terrain and terrain analysis urban and rural demographics weather effects |
Evidence Required
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit | Assessment must confirm the ability to collect information and data that is relevant and appropriate to the specific operation. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated information and data collection contexts/environments. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment | Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in the workplace or in a simulated work environment. Specific resources for assessment Access to information and data required for military engineering intelligence requirements. |
Guidance information for assessment | Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package. |
Range Statement
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. | |
Information is | Unprocessed information/data of every description, which may be used in the production of intelligence and may include: manufactured features - roads, buildings, facilities population demographics slope of ground soils, minerals, rock strata threat vegetation - type, species, height, density, canopy |
Collection methods may include | By foot, in vehicles, in boats in aircraft or a combination By liaison with organisations By observation or inquiry By specifically tasked reconnaissance Tasked through operational processes Through the application of research processes |
Collection plan must include | Collection method Reporting requirements Timelines |
Sources may include | Databases External agencies Information systems Internal agencies Internet/intranet Libraries Local inhabitants Team members |
Standard procedures may include | Australian Standards Job guides, pamphlets and other publications Manufacturers' handbooks, industry specifications and technical instructions OH&S regulations Organisational policies and procedures Relevant local government by-laws Relevant state/territory or federal legislation or regulations Written and verbal orders and job instructions |
Resources may include | Equipment and material Finances Manpower Mobility assets Time |
Communication with higher authority may include | Computer Radio Satellite Spoken Telephone Written |
Sectors
Not applicable.
Employability Skills
This unit contains employability skills. |
Licensing Information
Not applicable.