Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Hazards may include:
adverse fire behaviour
ground resources
masts/aerials
other aircraft
smoke
spot fires
terrain
weather conditions
wires
Fire situation must include:
structural fire
wildfire
Strategies may include:
direct attack
indirect attack
head attack
flank attack
parallel attack
line building
asset protection
crew protection
Type of fuel may include:
forest
grass
plantations
scrub
Aviation resources may include:
aerial attack platform:
light or large helicopter
light or medium fixed wing aircraft
aerial suppressants:
foam
retardant
water
firebombing aircraft:
fixed wing firebombers
rotary wing firebombers
single engine airtankers (seats)
multi engine aircraft
firebombing systems:
buckets
bellytank
scoopers
operational personnel:
air attack supervisor
operations officer
sector commander
aircraft officer
incident controller
Factors impacting on operating procedures may include:
agency operational procedures
civil aviation regulations and orders
SAR procedures
weather
Operational support requirements may be:
communications facility
refuelling equipment
security
support personnel
suppressant loading and mixing gear
Approved communication methods may include:
air to air radio
air to ground radio
data communication systems
phone
verbal instructions
written instructions
Factors affecting performance of aviation resource may include:
engine type - piston, turbine
landing/take off area characteristics
load capability
pilot ability
range
temperature/humidity
terrain
type - high/low wing/low wing - multi/ single engine
wind
Factors affecting effectiveness of aviation resource may include:
availability of ground resources
canopy height
distance from water source or airstrip
firebombing system
fire intensity
hazards
flight rules
pilot ability
speed
vegetation type
visibility

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:
assess wildfire behaviour and its impact on and for, air attack strategies and tactics
deploy appropriate resources to undertake wildfire suppression
select and implement firebombing strategies and tactics in consideration of availability of resources, operational conditions, and safety of personnel, resources and property
react strategically to changes in operational conditions in consultation with relevant personnel
apply relevant workplace and emergency procedures including codes of practice; hazard policy and procedures; planning and deployment of firebombing aircraft and related resources; guidelines relating to safe and effective use of equipment, resources and facilities
take action promptly - report accidents and incidents within regulatory and agency requirements
complete work systematically in accordance with safe operating procedures to minimise risk of injury to self, others or damage to equipment
Information relation to the incident is documented accurately
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated over time and in a range of contexts.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed in a simulated environment.
Specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
access to, or simulation of, wildfire suppression situations
resources relating to equipment, personnel, facilities etc. appropriate to the fire situation
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 agency-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