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 PUAOPE023, 'Manage operations for a Level 2 incident'.
- Google Links
- links to google searches, with filtering in place to maximise the usefulness of the returned results
- Books
- Reference books for 'Manage operations for a Level 2 incident' 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
ELEMENTS | PERFORMANCE CRITERIA | ||
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. | ||
1 | Establish command and develop operational structure | 1.1 | Initial briefing is obtained from Incident Controller with Incident Controller’s intent confirmed and questions asked |
1.2 | Command of operations function is established | ||
1.3 | Principles of span of control are applied to operational resources | ||
1.4 | Sectors are delineated taking account of geographic and functional requirements | ||
1.5 | Strike teams, task forces or units are formed from allocated resources | ||
2 | Contribute to development of the Incident Action Plan | 2.1 | Incident Action Plan (IAP) for the operational period is monitored and reviewed |
2.2 | Input into incident objectives and operational strategies is provided | ||
2.3 | Operations component of the IAP is developed, in accordance with organisational policies, procedures, safe work practices, industrial awards and agreements | ||
2.4 | Need for logistical support is determined and documented | ||
3 | Manage operations | 3.1 | Security arrangements are established |
3.2 | Records of activities and decisions are kept, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures | ||
3.3 | Operations function is established to achieve objectives and tasks are delegated, in accordance with the requirements of a Level 2 incident | ||
3.4 | Operations requirements are identified, and resources are sought to meet incident requirements | ||
3.5 | Operations personnel are briefed, and tasks are allocated, in accordance with the IAP objectives | ||
3.6 | Resources are deployed, in accordance with the IAP objectives | ||
3.7 | Operations progress is monitored against the IAP and operational activities are adjusted, as required, throughout the incident | ||
3.8 | Operational effectiveness is reviewed and changes to operational structure, resources and logistical support are determined and communicated to the Incident Controller | ||
3.9 | Operations resources are managed, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures | ||
3.10 | Safe work practices, Work, Health and Safety (WHS)/Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and welfare arrangements for work area are implemented and monitored | ||
3.11 | Agreed protocols are followed when managing personnel from other organisations | ||
3.12 | Action is taken to protect and preserve incident scene, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures | ||
3.13 | Staging areas are established and maintained, as required, and this is communicated to the incident management team and participating organisations and/or agencies | ||
4 | Establish communications | 4.1 | Incident communication plan is implemented, monitored and reviewed |
4.2 | Communication is maintained with incident personnel, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures | ||
4.3 | Current and emerging operational risks are communicated to personnel, in accordance with the chain of command | ||
4.4 | Communication is maintained with stakeholders and affected parties, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures | ||
4.5 | Emerging or anticipated problems with incident communication are reported immediately | ||
5 | Participate in Incident Management Team | 5.1 | Incident Management Team (IMT) planning meetings are attended, in accordance with Incident Controller's requirements |
5.2 | Incident Controller is advised about incident situation, control progress and risks in a timely manner | ||
5.3 | IMT is kept informed of progress of operations plan and operational requirements | ||
5.4 | Advice is provided to the IMT on provision of services and resources and prioritisation of requirements | ||
5.5 | Incident Controller is briefed on analysis of progress against the operations portion of the IAP | ||
5.6 | Liaison with other members of the IMT is undertaken, as required | ||
5.7 | Regular information exchange is maintained with planning and logistics section | ||
5.8 | Demobilisation of operations resources is undertaken while integrity of the response is maintained | ||
6 | Monitor and review operations functions | 6.1 | Performance of operational objectives and allocation of resources is monitored and reviewed |
6.2 | Incident reports are produced, as required | ||
6.3 | Operational briefings and debriefings are conducted and recorded, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures | ||