Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
23/07/2026 7:14 AM AWST
23/07/2026 7:14 AM AWST
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Support logistics in the field
Support logistics in the field
Unit of competency
National Code
PUAECO011A
PUAECO011A
State Code
D5491
D5491
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)
Transition (Replaced)
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/08/2011
Field of Education
080313 - Public And Health Care Administration
Original Release Date
18/08/2011
Nominal Hours
8
Description
This unit covers the competency required to ensure people in the field receive resources they need as efficiently as possible.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Confirm logistics requirements
- 1.1 Resource requirements are clarified.
- 1.2 Location of resources required is confirmed.
- 1.3 Requests are verified and authority is confirmed.
- 1.4 Resource requirements are documented/logged, in accordance with agency requirements.
2. Procure logistics logged
- 2.1 Database is interrogated.
- 2.2 Currency of database is maintained.
- 2.3 Agency reference material is used, as appropriate.
- 2.4 Other agencies are contacted for resources as necessary.
- 2.5 Predetermined supplier list is accessed as required.
- 2.6 Appropriate resource is located.
- 2.7 Field is advised of procured resource/s.
3. Deploy logistics
- 3.1 Deployment method/s are determined and arranged.
- 3.2 Deployed logistics are tracked.
- 3.3 Feedback from the field is investigated and actioned where possible.
- 3.4 Documentation is completed as required.
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.
Clarifying resource requirements may include:
colour
number
quantity
quality
size
specifications
timeframe
type
Reference material may include:
pre-incident plans
operational emergency plans
list of preferred contractors
telephone books
website
standard operating guidelines (SOGs)
Feedback from the field may include:
arrival of resources
resource suitability
resource tracking
timing
Clarifying resource requirements may include:
colour
number
quantity
quality
size
specifications
timeframe
type
Reference material may include:
pre-incident plans
operational emergency plans
list of preferred contractors
telephone books
website
standard operating guidelines (SOGs)
Feedback from the field may include:
arrival of resources
resource suitability
resource tracking
timing
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the Performance Criteria, Required Skills and Knowledge, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
meet demands requested from the field in a timely manner
access documentation and resources.
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed in an actual or industry-approved multi-agency simulated workplace environment.
Specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
emergency communications centre
database/information/reference sources.
Method of assessment
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.
Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.
Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
direct observation
interviewing the candidate
journals and workplace documentation
third party reports from supervisors
written or oral questions.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
meet demands requested from the field in a timely manner
access documentation and resources.
Consistency in performance
Competency should be demonstrated over time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competency should be assessed in an actual or industry-approved multi-agency simulated workplace environment.
Specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
emergency communications centre
database/information/reference sources.
Method of assessment
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook.
Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment.
Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
direct observation
interviewing the candidate
journals and workplace documentation
third party reports from supervisors
written or oral questions.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAZ41 | PUAECO011 | Support logistics in the field | Unit of competency |
