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Operate in remote areas

Operate in remote areas

Unit of competency
National Code
SFICPL412
State Code
OAR80
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/06/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/10/2019
Field of Education
050799 - Fisheries Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
21/10/2019
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to operate safely in remote places and isolated areas for the purpose of conducting fisheries compliance monitoring activities. The unit applies to individuals who work as fisheries compliance officers in remote areas where regular operational support is not readily available. In this role they develop operational plans specific for remote areas controls, use communication equipment and navigational aids, carry out monitoring, take and store evidence and restrain arrested suspects as necessary. All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, according to state/territory health and safety, biosecurity and environmental regulations, legislation and standards that apply to the workplace.Licences will be required to operate a vehicle or vessel. Regulatory requirements apply to this unit. Users are required to check with the relevant jurisdiction for current requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for remote area operations
  • 1.1 Develop and convey operational plans to colleagues and base station
  • 1.2 Select and test communication equipment for effective operation in the remote area
  • 1.3 Check familiarity with current radio protocols for standard and emergency situations
  • 1.4 Assess risks associated with the operation and journey, and plan risk minimisation strategies and contingency actions
  • 1.5 Obtain, check and store equipment and supplies identified in risk management strategies and contingency plans for efficiency and safety
  • 1.6 Document travel plans after selecting most appropriate route to destination, method and schedule of travel
  • 1.7 Check preparations for remote area operations comply with jurisdictional policies and procedures
2. Travel in remote areas
  • 2.1 Use navigational aids appropriate for the remote area and type of travel to ensure destinations and direction of travel are as planned
  • 2.2 Use communication equipment according to communication protocols
  • 2.3 Travel according to approved travel plan and risk minimisation strategies
  • 2.4 Respond to emergency situations according to contingency plans
3. Operate in remote areas
  • 3.1 Undertake operations ensuring safety of colleagues, self and equipment
  • 3.2 Undertake monitoring activities with caution and due regard for safety of personnel and equipment
  • 3.3 Take witness statements and details according to jurisdictional policies and procedures
  • 3.4 Restrain arrested suspects according to jurisdictional policies and procedures
  • 3.5 Store evidence in a manner that will ensure its safety and preservation
  • 3.6 Gather, report and present intelligence on a regular basis
4. Finalise details of remote area operation
  • 4.1 Check equipment for serviceability and return to storage post-operation
  • 4.2 Make reports on operation and any problems encountered
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D9205 SFICOMP412A Operate in remote areas Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEJ1 SFI40319 Certificate IV in Fisheries Compliance Qualification