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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Relevant compliance documentation
may include:
legislative, organisation and site requirements and procedures
manufacturer's guidelines and specifications
Australian standards
code of practice
Employment and workplace relations legislation
Equal Employment Opportunity and Disability Discrimination legislation
Emergency preparedness and response systems is:
a documented system for the control of emergencies and the resources put in place as a requirement of this system, including but not limited to:
hazard identification and quantification
risk assessment
authority and responsibility
controls established to manage identified risks
reporting and communication
document control
audit and review
They may include procedures for:
workplace atmosphere monitoring
ventilation systems and usage
inertisation techniques
site plans
trigger action response plans
emergency procedures
training and education
liaison with external agencies
Communications may include:
radio
telephone
telemetry
verbal
written
computers
runners
Incidents may include:
explosion
fire
roof fall
strata
inrush
outburst
irrespirable atmosphere
environmental incident
Hazchem
explosives
vehicle accidents
wall collapse
minor accident
major accident or fatality
underground explosion or fire
ignition
spontaneous combustion
surface fire which disrupts operations
bomb threat
terrorist attack
wind blast
failure of ventilation control devices/appliances
Operations facilities may include:
operations centre
press room
mortuary
muster areas
meeting rooms
communications centres
networks
Required Services, personnel, equipment and resources may include:
internet mine services and resources
contractors
insurance companies
suppliers
local community
manufacturers
inspectorate
police
mines rescue services
fire brigades
ambulance
medical staff
hospital
critical incident stress debriefing organisations
local emergency management organisations
salvation army
clergy
state
federal and local government
media
coroner's representative
security services
solicitors
district check inspector
other sites
engineers
scientists
inertisation
down-hole camera
drill rigs
forensic
Equipment may include:
rescue equipment
mining equipment
transport
specialised equipment from external sources
monitoring and analysis equipment
Post-incident actions may include:
legal advice
environmental aspects
Critical Incident Stress Debriefing
interviewing
investigations
witness interview statements
restoration of normal operations
media releases
public relations
employee welfare and family support
security of evidence
liaison with statutory/legal bodies
statutory investigations
review of emergency procedures
documentation of ongoing operations
restoration of emergency preparedness
Audit is:
the process by which the validation of procedures, processes and systems are assured

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to worksite operations and satisfy all of the requirements of the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge and the range statement of this unit and include evidence of the following:
knowledge of the requirements, procedures and instructions for the implementation of emergency preparedness and response systems
implementation of procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient implementation of emergency preparedness and response systems
the identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
the identification of viable options and the selection of option that best meet the required outcomes
working with others to undertake and complete the implementation of emergency preparedness and response systems
consistent successful implementation of emergency preparedness and response systems
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit must be assessed in the context of the work environment. Where personal safety or environmental damage are limiting factors, assessment may occur in a simulated environment provided it is realistic and sufficiently rigorous to cover all aspects of workplace performance, including task skills, task management skills, contingency management skills and job role environment skills.
The assessment environment should not disadvantage the participant. For example, language, literacy and numeracy demands of assessment should not be greater than those required on the job.
Customisation of assessment and delivery environment to sensitively accommodate cultural diversity.
Aboriginal people and other people from a non English speaking background may have second language issues.
Assessment of this competency requires typical resources normally used in the work environment. Selection and use of resources for particular worksites may differ due to site circumstances.
Where applicable, physical resources should include equipment modified for people with disabilities.
Access must be provided to appropriate learning and/or assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
This unit may be assessed in a holistic way with other units of competency. The assessment strategy for this unit must verify required knowledge and skill and practical application using more than one of the following assessment methods:
written and/or oral assessment of the candidate's required knowledge to apply in undertaking of the implementation of emergency preparedness and response systems
observed, documented and/or first hand testimonial evidence of the candidate's:
implementation of appropriate procedures and techniques for the safe, effective and efficient achievement of the required outcomes
identification of the relevant information and scope of the work required to meet the required outcomes
identification of viable options and the selection of options that best meet the required outcomes
consistently achieving the required outcomes
first hand testimonial and documentary evidence of the candidate's:
working with others to undertake and complete the implementation of emergency preparedness and response systems
provision of clear and timely required support and advice on the implementation of emergency preparedness and response systems
Guidance information for assessment
Consult the SkillsDMC User Guide for further information on assessment including access and equity issues.