Undertake rescue from a partial structural collapse

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Assessment Tool
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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
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Wiki Markup
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Evidence Guide
create an evidence guide for workplace assessment and RPL applicants
Competency Mapping Template
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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 PUASAR028A, 'Undertake rescue from a partial structural collapse'.
Google Links
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Elements and Performance Criteria

ELEMENT

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA

1. Prepare for structural collapse operation

1.1 Operation and task information is obtained and assessed upon call out.

1.2 Appropriate rescue resources are identified and selected based on incident information received and checked to ensure they are ready for use.

1.3 Personal protective equipment (PPE) and clothing is selected based on the nature of the incident and rescue resources to be used.

1.4 Systematic approach to identifying potential hazards and associated risks is discussed with team members en route and on approach to the incident.

2. Establish and maintain rescue scene safety

2.1 Rescue scene reconnaissance and size up is conducted.

2.2 Situational and environmental hazards are identified, analysed, evaluated and treated, marked and monitored.

2.3 Scene is managed to control access and maintain a safe and effective operational environment.

2.4 Communication with other personnel on site is established and maintained.

3. Determine location and condition of casualties

3.1 Evidence of the location of casualties within the collapsed structure is collected, analysed and reported in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.

3.2 Appropriate resources are used for surface or lightly trapped casualties.

3.3 Condition of surface or lightly trapped casualties and nature of entrapment is ascertained where possible.

3.4 Search marking systems are utilised where applicable.

4. Stabilise and make safe incident scene

4.1 Exclusion zone is established to provide a safe working environment.

4.2 Stabilisation techniques are utilised to make the collapsed site safe.

4.3 Rescue operations can be conducted in a range of environments.

4.4 Incident scene is constantly monitored for situational and environmental hazards and structural stability to prevent injury to self or others.

5. Gain access to casualties

5.1 Techniques appropriate to the nature of the entrapment are utilised to access the casualty.

5.2 Located casualties are treated in consultation with medical personnel in accordance with organisational policies.

5.3 Hygiene precautions are implemented in accordance with organisational requirements.

6. Remove casualties

6.1 Techniques and equipment are used to remove the entrapped casualty or victim from within the structure.

6.2 Entrapped casualties are released, treated and stabilised in accordance with organisational procedures.

6.3 Casualties are removed from scene using recognised techniques.

6.4 Evidence of casualty's identity is collected and processed according to agreed procedures.

6.5 Appropriate actions are taken to preserve the incident scene where possible for evidentiary purposes.

7. Conclude rescue operations

7.1 Equipment is recovered, cleaned and serviced according to organisational standards and manufacturer's guidelines.

7.2 Hygiene precautions are implemented in accordance with the organisational requirements.

7.3 Signs and symptoms of operational stress are recognised are reported to relevant personnel.

7.4 Operational documentation is completed to organisational standards.

7.5 Exposure records are completed.


Qualifications and Skillsets

PUASAR028A appears in the following qualifications:

  • PUA30701 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting Operations)
  • PUA30601 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
  • PUA30410 - Certificate III in Public Safety (SES Rescue)
  • PUA30412 - Certificate III in Public Safety (SES Rescue)
  • PUA30613 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting and Emergency Operations)
  • PUA30713 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Firefighting Operations)

And the skillsets: