Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 3:09 PM AWST
22/07/2026 3:09 PM AWST
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Liaise with media at a local level
Liaise with media at a local level
Unit of competency
National Code
PUACOM012
PUACOM012
State Code
OAZ62
OAZ62
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
26/02/2020
Field of Education
080509 - Public Relations
Original Release Date
26/02/2020
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency involves the skills and knowledge required to liaise with media at an incident and for providing information about local events. It includes determining media requirements for providing information to publicise an event.The unit is applicable to personnel of local public safety groups who are delegated the responsibility to liaise with media in both emergency and non-emergency situations. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Determine media requirements
- 1.1 Organisational procedures are followed when liaising with the media
- 1.2 Media's potential interest is assessed and arrangements are made to meet their needs
- 1.3 Operational responsibilities are balanced against provision of information to the media
2 Provide information to media
- 2.1 A positive image of the organisation is maintained when liaising with the media
- 2.2 Every opportunity is used to promote the organisation, its services and personnel, in accordance with organisational requirements
- 2.3 Information is supplied to the media when operational situation permits
3 Publicise an event
- 3.1 Relationship is established with media contacts, in accordance with organisational requirements
- 3.2 Event details and support materials are gathered and presented in a logical and concise manner to the media
- 3.3 Information provided to media is recorded and maintained, in accordance with organisational requirements
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D5562 | PUACOM012B | Liaise with media at a local level | Unit of competency |