Control a Level 1 incident

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
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Unit of competency

National Code
PUAOPE012A

State Code
D5500

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Transition (Replaced)

Current Release Number
3.00

Current Release Date
02/05/2013

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

18/08/2011

Field of Education

099905 - Security Services

Original Release Date

18/08/2011

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit covers the competency required to control a Level1 incident through the use of local or initial response resources.This unit includes the competency to proceed to the incident, to assess the incident, to plan and implement an operational response and post-response activities.A Level 1 incident is characterised by being able to be resolved through the use of local or initial response resources only. In a Level 1 response the major function is operations, that is, to resolve the incident.Control of the incident is limited to the immediate area and therefore the operations function can usually be carried out by the Incident Controller. Being relatively minor, the other functions of planning and logistics will generally be undertaken concurrently by the Incident Controller.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Receive incident response request

1.1 Requests for response are received and dealt with in accordance with organisational policies and guidelines.
1.2 Relevant incident information is obtained and assessed to inform decision making processes.
1.3 Location of the incident and most appropriate route to the incident are ascertained.

2. Proceed to incident

2.1 Personnel, equipment and transport resources are dispatched promptly, consistent with the nature of the incident and information available.
2.2 Communication is established and maintained.
2.3 Appropriate route to the incident is followed to minimise response time.
2.4 En route hazards are recognised and negotiated to minimise risk.
2.5 Observations are made en route to assist with incident assessments.
2.6 Multi-vehicle response is conducted in accordance with organisational procedures.
2.7 Arrival at the incident is confirmed according to organisational policies and procedures.

3. Assess the incident

3.1 Communications are established in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
3.2 Initial assessment of the incident is carried out promptly.
3.3 Hazards or potential hazards are assessed and monitored so that they are minimised or controlled.
3.4 Resources are assigned to deal with the incident.
3.5 Need for additional resources is identified and resources are requested in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
3.6 Actions are taken to protect, secure and preserve incident scene where required.
3.7 Incident potential is assessed and transition to a Level 2 incident is considered.

4. Establish and maintain control

4.1 Control and command are established in accordance with legislation, and organisational policies and procedures.
4.2 Incident Action Plan (IAP) appropriate to incident situation is developed based on available information and organisational procedures.
4.3 Strategies and tactics are determined and tasks are allocated to appropriate personnel.
4.4 Incident personnel are briefed clearly, accurately and in a timely manner.
4.5 Relevant incident information is communicated to key stakeholders.
4.6 IAP is implemented, continually monitored, reported on and reviewed in the light of additional information and is communicated in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
4.7 Appropriate resources are deployed to deal with the incident.
4.8 Response is adjusted in a timely manner.
4.9 Leadership, supervision and team welfare are provided to ensure performance and practice are to operational standards.
4.10 Changes to the IAP are communicated to relevant personnel and organisations.

5. Conclude operation

5.1 Final incident assessment is conducted in accordance with organisational procedures.
5.2 Incident actions and decisions are recorded in accordance with organisational policies and procedures.
5.3 Incident is concluded in accordance with organisational requirements.

6. Supervise post-response activities

6.1 Welfare of team members is assessed and appropriate action is taken.
6.2 Equipment cleaning, repair, storage and replenishment is supervised.
6.3 Debriefing requirements are met.
6.4 Post incident reports are prepared to organisational requirements.

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.
When dealing with aircraft response, performance may be affected by:
Airstrip length requirements
Engine type-piston
Fire behaviour
Load capacity
Pilot ability
Range
Task
Terrain
Twin/single engine
Turbine
Weather
Wing configuration
When dealing with aircraft response, suitability may be affected by:
Communications systems availability
Pilot local knowledge
Range
Speed
Take off capability
Visibility
When dealing with aircraft response, supervising of aircraft management procedures include:
Aircraft separation - vertically and horizontally
Direction
Fire Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (F-CTAF)
Height separation
Inbound/outbound calls
Temporary restricted space
Organisational policies and guidelines may vary between sectors and organisations and may include:
Civil Aviation Orders and requirements
Environmental management and sustainability
Incident management systems
Interagency liaison
Legislation
Operational policies, procedures and standards
Procedures, requirements
Search and rescue time/procedures/action
Incidents may include:
Accident
Animal and marine mammal rescue
Crime
Fire
Flood
Hazardous substances and dangerous goods
Public disorder
Rescues
Searches
Storm
Transport may include:
Aviation
By foot
Horses
Maritime
Rail
Vehicular on-road and off-road
Hazards may include:
Adverse weather
After-dark operations
Civil unrest
Crowds
Dangerous goods and hazardous substances
Debris
Difficult terrain
Fire behaviour
Hazardous trees
Interference to communications
Level of visibility
Masts/aerials
Other aircraft
Powerlines and cables
Restricted areas
Road conditions
Smoke
Structural collapse
Terrain and topography
Tidal and flood behaviour
Traffic
Wildlife
Incident assessments may include:
Access and egress
Adequacy of allocated equipment
Capability of assigned personnel
Climatic and weather conditions
Crowds
Disruption to essential services
Evacuation zones
Hazards/no go areas
Information gathered from existing plans/databases
Installed fire protection
Nature, type and size of incident
Risk to life, property and environment
Type and construction of building
Communications may include:
Audible alarms/whistles
Computer
Distress signal units
Facsimile
Ground to air
Hand signals
Mobile data terminal
Pager
PA equipment
Radio
Telephones
Verbal and written instructions
Resources may include:
Aircraft (rotary- and fixed-wing)
Equipment
Materials
Maps
Navigation aids
Personnel trained for the task
Protective clothing
Pumps
Vehicles, vessels, aircraft and machinery
Incident Action Plan may include:
Accommodation and welfare arrangements
Air Operations Plan
Communications Plan
Incident objectives
Information on alternative or fallback strategies
Information Plan for dissemination of information to all stakeholders
Information regarding the necessary logistical arrangements
Management structure if established
Maps or site plans of the incident
Medical Plan and consideration of OH&S issues
Statement of current situation and predictions of the incident's likely development (including key risk exposures)
Strategies to achieve defined incident objectives
Structural chart
Timings of meetings and changeovers
Traffic management
Written or mental plan
Key stakeholders may include:
Affected individuals
Community groups
Media
Other agencies
Team welfare may include:
Fatigue management
Physical needs such as refreshments
Physical stress
Psychological stress

EVIDENCE GUIDE

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:
develop, implement and monitor an IAP to effectively deal with an incident
direct and supervise incident control activities
maintain situational awareness.
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 simulated workplace environment.
Specific resources for assessment
Access is required to:
simulation of Level 1 incidents in a response environment
relevant transport, communications equipment.

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
OAY04	PUAOPE012	Control a Level 1 incident	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
AC650	PUASS00030	Beach Operations Management	Skill set
AB922	PUASS00036	Incident Response Team Leader	Skill set