Manage recovery functions and services

Formats and tools

Unit Description
Reconstruct the unit from the xml and display it as an HTML page.
Assessment Tool
an assessor resource that builds a framework for writing an assessment tool
Assessment Template
generate a spreadsheet for marking this unit in a classroom environment. Put student names in the top row and check them off as they demonstrate competenece for each of the unit's elements and performance criteria.
Assessment Matrix
a slightly different format than the assessment template. A spreadsheet with unit names, elements and performance criteria in separate columns. Put assessment names in column headings to track which performance criteria each one covers. Good for ensuring that you've covered every one of the performance criteria with your assessment instrument (all assessement tools together).
Wiki Markup
mark up the unit in a wiki markup codes, ready to copy and paste into a wiki page. The output will work in most wikis but is designed to work particularly well as a Wikiversity learning project.
Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
Unit of Competency Mapping – Information for Teachers/Assessors – Information for Learners. A template for developing assessments for a unit, which will help you to create valid, fair and reliable assessments for the unit, ready to give to trainers and students
Observation Checklist
create an observation checklist for workplace assessment and RPL applicants. This is similar to the evidence guide above, but a little shorter and friendlier on your printer. You will also need to create a seperate Assessor Marking Guide for guidelines on gathering evidence and a list of key points for each activity observed using the unit's range statement, required skills and evidence required (see the unit's html page for details)

Self Assessment Survey
A form for students to assess thier current skill levels against each of the unit's performance criteria. Cut and paste into a web document or print and distribute in hard copy.
Moodle Outcomes
Create a csv file of the unit's performance criteria to import into a moodle course as outcomes, ready to associate with each of your assignments. Here's a quick 'how to' for importing these into moodle 2.x
Registered Training Organisations
Trying to find someone to train or assess you? This link lists all the RTOs that are currently registered to deliver PUAEMR017A, 'Manage recovery functions and services'.
Google Links
links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
Books
Reference books for 'Manage recovery functions and services' on fishpond.com.au. This online store has a huge range of books, pretty reasonable prices, free delivery in Australia *and* they give a small commission to ntisthis.com for every purchase, so go nuts :)


Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Obtain, analyse and share information on impact of emergency

1.1 A comprehensive knowledge base is developed using existing networks and reliable sources of information.

1.2 Available data and information are analysed to reveal patterns and trends.

1.3 Recovery needs of the affected community and special needs of vulnerable groups are identified in consultation with stakeholders.

1.4 Needs analysis is reviewed as circumstances change.

1.5 A package of recovery functions and services is designed to meet identified needs.

1.6 Analysis outcomes and chosen service model are documented and provided to relevant stakeholders and service providers.

2. Plan the delivery of recovery functions and services

2.1 Relevant agencies and community representatives are engaged in planning and decision making.

2.2 Relevant legislation, regulations and emergency arrangements are identified and applied.

2.3 Pre prepared recovery plans are applied/adapted to suit recovery functions and services.

2.4 Likely impacts of the event are modelled to determine how needs and required recovery services may change.

2.5 Capacity and capability to deliver required recovery services is reviewed.

2.6 Recovery priorities are established by considering political context, public expectations, required services and available resources.

2.7 Appropriate delivery strategies are developed in consultation with stakeholders prior to community endorsement and multi agency commitment.

3. Coordinate the delivery of recovery functions and services

3.1 Stakeholders and service providers are given regular, up to date information about the event, impacts, likely developments and service priorities.

3.2 Resources are managed to ensure that recovery functions and services are delivered effectively.

3.3 Workloads are managed to ensure the well being of all staff.

3.4 Incoming information about needs and service delivery is collected, analysed and used to review priorities.

3.5 Delivery of recovery functions and services is adjusted in response to changing circumstances and priorities and in conjunction with other functions and services.

3.6 Community, political and media expectations and interests are managed.

3.7 Transition to mainstream services is managed sensitively and in a timely manner.

4. Evaluate the delivery of recovery functions and services

4.1 Feedback from stakeholders and service providers is sought, collected and analysed.

4.2 Operational records, minutes of meetings and records of decisions are analysed.

4.3 Instances where recovery services were deficient or poorly delivered are identified and analysed and recommendations to improve future practice made.

4.4 Evaluation outcomes are reported to key stakeholders to inform future recovery planning and models of service delivery.


Qualifications and Skillsets

PUAEMR017A appears in the following qualifications:

  • PUA60110 - Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)
  • PUA52310 - Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)
  • PUA52312 - Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)
  • PUA60112 - Advanced Diploma of Public Safety (Emergency Management)
  • PUA52412 - Diploma of Public Safety (Biosecurity Response Management)
  • CHC52115 - Diploma of Community Development