Unit of competency Outline

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Work autonomously

Work autonomously

Unit of competency
National Code
PUATEA002B
State Code
D2984
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
3.00
Current Release Date
02/05/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/08/2014
Field of Education
120505 - Work Practices Programmes
Original Release Date
04/08/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers competency for working as a member of a team or as an individual for periods of time without direct supervision and for mentoring and coaching either in an operational or non-operational environment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Undertake work activities
  • 1.1 Work requirements are identified and undertaken.
  • 1.2 Instructions and directions are understood and implemented.
  • 1.3 Communication is maintained with team leader advising of progress of task/activity.
  • 1.4 Personal safety and safety of others is maintained.
  • 1.5 Any legal requirements and/or ramifications of activities are communicated to team leader.
  • 1.6 Work area is determined or selected in accordance with operational or organisation's requirements.
  • 1.7 Equipment is operated in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
  • 1.8 OH&S and the organisation's policies and procedures.
2. Accept responsibilities
  • 2.1 Responsibilities are accepted according to the organisation's policy and procedures.
  • 2.2 Team leader is appraised of the outcome of task/activity.
  • 2.3 Any activity that exceeds the scope of the defined task is referred to the supervisor.
3. Set performance requirements
  • 3.1 Performance requirements are based on objectives and goals and agreed with supervisor.
4. Maintain team performance
  • 4.1 Individual performance is monitored against defined performance requirements and appropriate action taken to maintain performance if required.
  • 4.2 Performance of others is monitored and appropriate action is taken through coaching and mentoring to ensure team objectives and goals are met.
  • 4.3 Supervisor is provided with feedback and constructive advice.
  • 4.4 Issues which cannot be rectified or addressed are referred to the supervisor for appropriate action according to the organisation's policy.
  • 4.5 Supervisor is advised of any changes in priorities or tasks.
  • 4.6 All required documentation relevant to performance is completed.
5. Act as a team leader as required
  • 5.1 Responsibility for the performance of the team is accepted.
  • 5.2 Goals are set, tasks identified and presented to team members.
  • 5.3 Instructions and directions are communicated to team members clearly and unambiguously.
  • 5.4 Team members' concerns and queries are recognised, discussed and dealt with.
  • 5.5 Any legal requirements and/or ramifications of team activities are communicated to team members.
  • 5.6 Duties, rosters and responsibilities are allocated to team members having regard to the skills and knowledge required to properly undertake the assignment or task and according to organisation's policy and procedures.
  • 5.7 Feedback on own performance is provided as required.
  • 5.8 Level of authority is recognised and adhered to.
  • 5.9 Operational debrief is conducted in accordance with the organisation's 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.
Scope of allocated task may include:
extent of activity
content of activity
degree of responsibility for task
Performance requirements include
goals
objectives
plans
standards
performance indicators
production rates
Work area may be dependent upon
activity conducted
road accessibility
logistical support
water availability
vicinity of built-up areas
areas of reduced visibility
distance to operation
hazards
vehicle parking
Performance issues may include:
occupational health and safety
hours of work details
concerns about ability to complete work
inadequate resources
Appropriate personnel may include:
manager
human resource personnel
team leader
supervisor
team members
Required documentation may include:
forms
proformas
incident reports
rosters
timesheets
written reports
logs
standard operating procedures
checklists
Activities may include:
non operational activities:
tasks
projects
preparing documentation
operational activities:
responding in a combat or support role to natural emergencies (fire/flood)
technological/industrial emergencies
civil/political emergencies and non-emergency operations including community events
public relations activities
sporting events
parades
festivals
Conditions under which operational activities may be may include:
hazardous conditions including adverse weather
after dark operations
emergency operations
difficult terrain
time pressure
varying time frames from immediate/short term to long term response operations
varying access to equipment necessitating the use of improvised techniques
varying levels of resources
single or multi organisation responses
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in communication of performance expectations and providing feedback to team members.
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
On the job or in a simulated work environment. Where workplace observation is insufficient simulations or case studies may be used.
Specific resources for assessment
No special requirements.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C3950 PUATEA002A Work autonomously Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OAX50 PUATEA002 Work autonomously Unit of competency