Unit of competency Outline

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23/07/2026 1:32 AM AWST

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Participate in a rescue operation

Participate in a rescue operation

Unit of competency
National Code
PUASAR001B
State Code
D3798
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
09/02/2011
View on TGA
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
06/08/2014
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
06/08/2014
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the competency to participate in rescue operations as a member of a rescue team. This unit underpins the specialist rescue operations.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare and respond to rescue
  • 1.1 Operation and task information is obtained
  • 1.2 Appropriate rescue equipment is identified and selected based on incident information as directed by the supervisor
  • 1.3 Personal protective equipment is selected based on the nature of the rescue operation
  • 1.4 Any further details of the nature of the rescue are received en route
  • 1.5 Anticipated hazards and associated risks are discussed with rescue team members whilst on approach
2. Participate in assessing the rescue scene
  • 2.1 Rescue scene reconnaissance is conducted and identified hazards and results are reported to the supervisor
  • 2.2 Communication with other team members is maintained using appropriate techniques and terminology
  • 2.3 Hazards and environmental conditions are minimised or controlled
  • 2.4 Health and safety and security procedures are correctly followed in accordance with organisational policy and relevant legislation
  • 2.5 Personal capabilities and limitations are recognised and referred to the supervisor
  • 2.6 Need for additional personnel and/or specialist equipment is reported to the supervisor
3. Perform rescue
  • 3.1 Access to incident and/or casualties is gained using techniques and equipment in accordance with organisational procedures
  • 3.2 Rescue procedures are conducted in accordance with the supervisor's instructions and organisational procedures
  • 3.3 Casualties are prepared for removal
  • 3.4 Casualties are extricated safely using appropriate equipment rescue techniques and procedures
  • 3.5 Incident scene is constantly monitored for hazards to prevent injury to self or others
4. Conclude rescue operations
  • 4.1 Equipment is recovered, cleaned and maintained to organisational standards and manufacturers' procedures and restowed to maintain operational readiness
  • 4.2 Where identified, signs and symptoms of operational stress are recognised in self and others and reported to relevant personnel
  • 4.3 Operational debriefing is participated in and documentation is completed to organisational standards
  • 4.4 Hygiene precautions are implemented in accordance with the organisation's requirements
RANGE STATEMENT
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.
Rescue operations may include
Participation in: urban search and rescue
confined spaces rescue
road accident rescue
trench rescue
vertical rescue
swift water rescue
industrial rescue
Rescue equipment may include
Rescue vehicle
air bags
cutting tools
hydraulic tools
excavating tools
chain saw
drills
fire extinguisher
hand tools
lighting equipment
ropes
tarpaulin
winch
power tools
pneumatic equipment
Personal protective equipment may include
Helmets
safety gloves
boots
appropriate protective clothing
safety glasses
ear protection
infection protection
reflective vests
respiratory protection
Hazards may include
Electricity
gas
water
hazardous materials
adverse weather
traffic
insufficient light
difficult terrain
convergence
supplementary restraint systems
radioactive
biological
chemical
respiratory
Operational documentation may include
incident reports
legislation
organisation's policies
procedures
Communication techniques may include
verbal
non verbal
signals/signs
written
touch
Environmental conditions may include
effects of weather
stability of rescue site
hazardous materials
access
Appropriately trained personnel to treat casualties may include
first aid officers
ambulance crew
doctors
nurses
paramedics
Hygiene precautions may include
washing hands
wearing appropriate protective clothing
avoidance of contact with body fluids
EVIDENCE GUIDE



Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Applies safe work practices in rescue operations. Uses equipment in accordance with organisational procedures.
Responds and reacts to instructions in a safe, correct and timely manner

Consistency in performance
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environments

Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Competence may be assessed on-the-job or in a simulated rescue scenarios
Specific resources for assessment
identify signs of structural collapse
personal protective equipment worn in accordance with organisational requirements
use rescue equipment

Guidance information for assessment
Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C3934 PUASAR001A Participate in a rescue operation Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
D5527 PUASAR022A Participate in a rescue operation Unit of competency