Unit of competency Outline
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Develop and organise public safety awareness programs
Develop and organise public safety awareness programs
Unit of competency
National Code
PUACOM008B
PUACOM008B
State Code
D5563
D5563
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/05/2011
Field of Education
080509 - Public Relations
Original Release Date
12/05/2011
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit covers the competency to determine public education requirements and develop and implement programs.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine scope of program
- 1.1 Research and analysis is undertaken to determine trends and issues and the need for a program consistent with organisational strategic direction.
- 1.2 Target audience and characteristics are defined to inform program planning.
- 1.3 Aims and objectives are specified for the program and performance measures agreed which allow assessment of improvement/influence in community behaviours and attitudes.
2. Develop program
- 2.1 The program type, implementation, and support required to meet the needs of the targetgroups and organisational aims, outcomes and objectives are determined.
- 2.2 Resource options to implement the program are determined and preferred option identified.
- 2.3 Sponsorship/joint venture opportunities are investigated to maximise impact within budget.
- 2.4 Cost effective resources and materials are accessed that are relevant to the target group and the subject.
- 2.5 A pilot program is conducted where appropriate to assess effectiveness in achieving required outcomes and changes made as necessary.
3. Implement program
- 3.1 Constraints and opportunities for implementing the program are identified.
- 3.2 Production of resources is managed to ensure that relevant materials are available in sufficient quantities to meet identified needs.
- 3.3 The program is managed to meet agreed performance indicators within budget.
- 3.4 Ongoing monitoring of program is undertaken during the implementation phase.
4. Evaluate effectiveness of program
- 4.1 Changes in target group practice are measured against predetermined performance indicators.
- 4.2 Timely and relevant adjustments are made to future program to reflect evaluation outcomes.
- 4.3 Market response is evaluated to determine effectiveness of the program and amendments are made to reflect market feedback.
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.
Research and analysis may include:
review of common public enquiries
compliance levels
new trends
seasonal trends
issues
Target groups may be selected based on:
age
location of residence
gender
type of residence
type of vehicle
drinking habits
driving habits
language
cultural group
Materials and resources may include:
video
displays
pamphlets
trainers
experts
signage
multilingual information
Programs may include:
incentives
penalties
education
community participation
Constraints to implementing program may include:
budget cuts
availability of planned resources
legislative liability and areas of jurisdiction
Research and analysis may include:
review of common public enquiries
compliance levels
new trends
seasonal trends
issues
Target groups may be selected based on:
age
location of residence
gender
type of residence
type of vehicle
drinking habits
driving habits
language
cultural group
Materials and resources may include:
video
displays
pamphlets
trainers
experts
signage
multilingual information
Programs may include:
incentives
penalties
education
community participation
Constraints to implementing program may include:
budget cuts
availability of planned resources
legislative liability and areas of jurisdiction
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in:
Development implementation and evaluation of a public safety awareness program
Consistency in performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
On the job or in a simulated work environment in conjunction with presentation of portfolio evidence.
Specific resources for assessment
No special requirements.
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in:
Development implementation and evaluation of a public safety awareness program
Consistency in performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
On the job or in a simulated work environment in conjunction with presentation of portfolio evidence.
Specific resources for assessment
No special requirements.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAZ65 | PUACOM008 | Develop and organise public safety awareness programs | Unit of competency |
