Navigate to an incident Evidence Guide

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Evidence Guide: PUAOPE014A - Navigate to an incident

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PUAOPE014A - Navigate to an incident

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Determine current location, destination and resources

Incident and task information is obtained
Relevant navigational maps and navigation equipment are gathered and checked
Positional information and navigation techniques are applied to plot positions on a map and to determine current location and destination within accepted tolerances

Incident and task information is obtained

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Relevant navigational maps and navigation equipment are gathered and checked

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Positional information and navigation techniques are applied to plot positions on a map and to determine current location and destination within accepted tolerances

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Determine and plan a safe route

Navigation plans are prepared according to organisational practices
Maps, navigation techniques, map features, local and environmental conditions are interpreted to determine and plan a safe and timely route
Potential access restrictions which may limit thoroughfare are identified and arrangements are made to gain access in accordance with organisational policies, practices and regulatory requirements

Navigation plans are prepared according to organisational practices

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Maps, navigation techniques, map features, local and environmental conditions are interpreted to determine and plan a safe and timely route

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Potential access restrictions which may limit thoroughfare are identified and arrangements are made to gain access in accordance with organisational policies, practices and regulatory requirements

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Navigate to destination

Navigation plans and navigation aids are used to maintain compliance with planned route
Indicated route is communicated and followed as required
Current location is regularly verified within accepted tolerances
Route is modified to address prevailing conditions and, if required, alternate route strategies are initiated
Unanticipated access difficulties are reported in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
En route and arrival reporting information is communicated using communications systems as required, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

Navigation plans and navigation aids are used to maintain compliance with planned route

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Indicated route is communicated and followed as required

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Current location is regularly verified within accepted tolerances

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Route is modified to address prevailing conditions and, if required, alternate route strategies are initiated

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Unanticipated access difficulties are reported in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

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En route and arrival reporting information is communicated using communications systems as required, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

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Complete post navigational activities

Reporting requirements are completed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Navigational equipment and aids are recovered, reset, updated, serviced and stored according to operational standards and manufacturer's specifications

Reporting requirements are completed in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

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Navigational equipment and aids are recovered, reset, updated, serviced and stored according to operational standards and manufacturer's specifications

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Assessed

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide


The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit	Assessment must confirm the ability to: plot a navigation route accurately and within accepted tolerances when following a route maintain positional awareness react effectively to changes in the operating environment that require re-planning of a course demonstrating navigation to an incident in urban and/or rural locations. Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.

Context of and specific resources for assessment	Context of assessment Competency should be assessed in an actual incident, exercise or simulation or series of tasks required to demonstrate competence including demonstrating navigation to an incident in urban and/or rural locations. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to: equipment used in operational navigation.

Method of assessment	In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook. Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment. Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include: direct observation interviewing the candidate journals and workplace documentation third party reports from supervisors written or oral questions.

Required Skills and Knowledge

This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit.

Required Skills

communicate verbally

identify natural and cultural features for transport modes

solve problems

use maps and navigation aids

Required Knowledge

cartographic symbols and legends

grid/magnetic conversion

map and chart types

methods for determining current location

organisational policies and procedures (such as relevant legislation; 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)

route planning techniques and calculations

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.
Incident and task information may include	Areas of probability Data gathering En route and arrival information Establishing radii Flood height predictions Nature of incident Plotting fire fronts Rates of fire line constructions Search operation
Navigational maps may include	Aerial photographs Cadastral maps Emergency service maps Local authority maps Navigational charts Satellite imagery Street directories Topographic maps
Navigation equipment may include	Area plotters Communications equipment Computers Geographical information systems (GIS) Global positioning systems (GPS) Magnetic compasses Protractors Romers Scale rules Watch/stopwatch Writing equipment
Accepted tolerances may include	Prevailing weather and environmental conditions Relating the margin of error allowable as determined by the nature of the task/incident terrain
Navigation techniques may include	Bearings and back bearings Defining or plotting incident location Delineation of search areas Grid and latitude/longitude conversions Identifying features Magnetic conversions Planning access and egress routes Plotting and calculation of areas subject to hazard impact such as flood inundation, fire damage Resection and triangulation Route-time calculations
Map features include	Cartographic symbols and legends Contour intervals Contours Cultural information Date of map Datum information Eastings and northings Grid references Hill shading Latitude and longitude Legend Magnetic variation North point/s Scale Transport routes Vegetation types
Environmental conditions may include	Atmospheric conditions Fire Flood Hazardous goods and dangerous materials Need to match transportation mode to terrain Road conditions including vehicle height and/or width clearance requirements Seasonal factors such as snow, ice extreme heat Storm damage Time of day
Potential access restrictions may include	Agency and regulatory requirements Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander sacred sites Hazardous areas Military areas Other areas of cultural significance Other areas requiring permission and/or authorisation to enter Seasonal factors Wilderness areas
Communicating indicated route may include	Hand signals Verbal instructions Written instructions
Alternate route strategies may include	Lost procedures Use of additional/alternate vehicles
Communications systems may include	Intercom system Internet based systems Radio system Telephone systems
Reporting requirements may include	Completion of organisational documentation Input to debriefs Journal records Pre-departure briefing Situational reports

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Evidence Guide: PUAOPE014A - Navigate to an incident

Student: __________________________________________________

Signature: _________________________________________________

Tips for gathering evidence to demonstrate your skills

PUAOPE014A - Navigate to an incident

Determine current location, destination and resources

Determine and plan a safe route

Navigate to destination

Complete post navigational activities

Assessed

Teacher: ___________________________________ Date: _________

Signature: ________________________________________________

Comments:

Instructions to Assessors

Teacher: ___________________________ Date: _