Unit of competency Outline

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Manage search and rescue media requirements

Manage search and rescue media requirements

Unit of competency
National Code
POLSAR003
State Code
AVN23
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
19/10/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
30/03/2016
Field of Education
080509 - Public Relations
Original Release Date
30/03/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to assess media requirements in line with the nature of the search and rescue incident, and to facilitate media presence.This unit applies to police staff involved in police search and rescue (SAR) operations.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to information security and media engagement.Those undertaking this role may work autonomously and supervising teams while remaining responsible for reporting to senior staff. They would demonstrate adaptability across a broad range of contexts while performing complex tasks.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Assess SAR incident media requirements
  • 1.1 Define restricted and/or special access areas for media personnel to safeguard the operation.
  • 1.2 Appoint media liaison to coordinate media involvement.
  • 1.3 Assess operational responsibilities and provision of information to media.
  • 1.4 Liaise with agencies/organisations to negotiate consistent key messaging and to communicate media strategy.
  • 1.5 Identify opportunities for media to support SAR operations.
2. Facilitate media presence at SAR incident
  • 2.1 Establish logistical arrangements to meet media requirements in accordance with SAR incident.
  • 2.2 Brief media representatives to manage information flow and support SAR operations.
  • 2.3 Allocate media briefing area with required resources.
  • 2.4 Allocate media spokesperson to provide current and accurate information to public.
  • 2.5 Adapt media releases to suit operational demands and/or level of incident.
  • 2.6 Schedule briefing sessions and tours in line with operational responsibilities and media requirements.
  • 2.7 Record media enquiries and interviews for accountability purposes.
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Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODO08 POLSAR015 Manage search and rescue media requirements Unit of competency