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Manage emergency operations

Manage emergency operations

Unit of competency
National Code
DEFRNG005
State Code
AVP61
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
22/10/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/08/2016
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
05/08/2016
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills required to plan, prepare and manage emergency operations in a training area or a range.This unit was developed for Defence personnel who work in range management and range control but may be relevant to others who work in this field. 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.Those undertaking this unit would work independently or as part of a team, under direct and indirect supervision, while performing specific tasks, in mostly unpredictable contexts. They would use discretion and judgement and take responsibility for the quality of their outputs.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for operations
  • 1.1 Obtain operational information to conduct an accurate assessment of the problem.
  • 1.2 Identify hazards.
  • 1.3 Activate operational plans.
2. Manage an operations centre
  • 2.1 Allocate operations centre tasks and conduct briefings.
  • 2.2 Activate and maintain internal and external liaison networks.
  • 2.3 Supervise operations centre staff.
  • 2.4 Manage physical and financial resources.
3. Manage operational information
  • 3.1 Organise operation centre staff to collect and collate information.
  • 3.2 Manage information flow, analyse information and update plans.
  • 3.3 Raise and distribute regular situation reports.
  • 3.4 Establish radio and allied communication nets.
  • 3.5 Implement and maintain message and information management systems to provide accurate operational records.
4. Make operational decisions
  • 4.1 Identify the extent of the operational area.
  • 4.2 Identify, assess and implement operational strategies in accordance with local emergency management arrangements and standard operating procedures.
  • 4.3 Identify and prioritise hazards to ensure that the response is appropriate to the type and scale of the event.
  • 4.4 Terminate the operation.
5. Manage post operation activities
  • 5.1 Conduct post-operation debriefing and prepare operation reports.
  • 5.2 Review training and operational planning to enhance future operations.
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