Unit of competency Outline

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Detect fires

Detect fires

Unit of competency
National Code
FWPFGM2211
State Code
AXK79
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
13/05/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
039905 - Fire Technology
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit describes the outcomes required to detect smoke and fire in forest environments, maintain communication with fire command or control and to record information using required formats and conventions. Detection can take place in all types and locations commonly found in forested and grassland country as well as in towers and aircraft.The unit applies to Forestry Worker, Mobile Equipment Operator, Chainsaw Operator.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Locate position in the field
  • 1.1 Identify smoke and current position of fire using landmarks and key geographical features.
  • 1.2 Locate current position of fire on a map or plan.
2. Record and report smoke and other sightings
  • 2.1 Record and report smoke and other sightings promptly in line with organisational procedures.
  • 2.2 Maintain chronological log in line with organisational procedures.
  • 2.3 Identify situations requiring specialist advice and seek assistance as required in line with organisational procedures.
3. Communicate with fire command or control
  • 3.1 Use communications equipment to relay location of own position and sightings to fire command or control using organisational procedures.
  • 3.2 Record and relay relevant meteorological information and conditions using required conventions and formats.
  • 3.3 Record and report fire detecting processes and outcomes to appropriate personnel.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D5994 FPIFGM2211B Detect fires Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODS29 FWPFIR2002 Detect fire in a native forest or plantation Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BAL7 FWP20116 Certificate II in Forest Growing and Management Qualification