Qualification Outline
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Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue)
Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue)
PUA21012
J197
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 02/05/2013 | Current | Transition (Replaced) |
Description
Not applicable.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Eight (8) units of competency are required for this qualification including:- five (5) core units
- three (3) elective units
Choose a minimum of one (1) elective unit from the list of elective units.
Choose the remaining two (2) elective units from either the elective list or elsewhere in this training package or another endorsed training package or accredited course.
Only one (1) unit from Group B may be included in this qualification.
Only one (1) unit from Group C may be included in this qualification.
All elective units selected from outside this qualification must be from an equivalent qualification level or higher.
Elective units selected must not duplicate content already covered by other units in this qualification.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| C6054 | PUACOM001C | Communicate in the workplace | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D5518 | PUASAR013A | Participate in an aquatic rescue operation | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D8246 | HLTFA201B | Provide basic emergency life support | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D5538 | PUATEA004D | Work effectively in a public safety organisation | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D2879 | PUATEA001B | Work in a team | 20 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
At least one (1) unit must be chosen from the elective units.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
3. Group B Elective Units
Only one (1) unit may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5428 | TDMMF5607A | OBSERVE PERSONAL SAFETY AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES | 12 | Unit of competency |
| S5426 | TDMMF5407A | OBSERVE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON A COASTAL VESSEL | 4 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C Elective Units
Only one (1) unit may be chosen from Group C.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S5426 | TDMMF5407A | OBSERVE SAFETY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES ON A COASTAL VESSEL | 4 | Unit of competency |
| S5435 | TDMMF6207A | PREVENT, CONTROL AND FIGHT FIRES ON BOARD AN OCEAN-GOING VESSEL | 21 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W958 | PUA21010 | Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEM0 | PUA20119 | Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
Not applicable.
Traineeships and Apprenticeships
