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Apply oiled shoreline assessment strategies in an oil spill response
Apply oiled shoreline assessment strategies in an oil spill response
Unit of competency
National Code
PUAOIL402
PUAOIL402
State Code
WE481
WE481
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
28/11/2012
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
28/11/2012
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit covers the competency required to lead a team in oiled shoreline assessment as a shoreline supervisor or coordinator.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Conduct pre deployment preparations
- 1.1 Identify jurisdictions and response constraints to assist deployment planning.
- 1.2 Identify, analyse and record deployment information to aid planning.
- 1.3 Select, source, and check tools and equipment consistent with plan requirements.
- 1.4 Document and provide information to the incident management team.
2. Conduct on-site assessment
- 2.1 Plan and prepare briefing prior to on-site assessment.
- 2.2 Complete and record on-site assessment of incident zone.
- 2.3 Communicate assessment information to shoreline coordinator to assist in the management of the response.
3. Plan and monitor response
- 3.1 Determine and plan clean up priorities and communicate to relevant parties.
- 3.2 Identify and communicate specific duties/responsibilities.
- 3.3 Plan and communicate daily objectives and priorities.
- 3.4 Monitor incident and modify response plan based on response team reports and ongoing oiling of shoreline.
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.
Jurisdiction may include:
commonwealth
state
local government
environment and conservation department
parks and wildlife
great barrier reef marine park
Constraints may include:
health and safety of team members
remoteness
access
equipment
damage to shoreline
sensitivity of shoreline and environmental impact
public and media
support services
tides
threat from wildlife
communication
waste storage and removal
Deployment information may include
shoreline sector allocation
shoreline assessment forms using GIS and map data
location, character and behaviour of oil and oiled shoreline
clean up response areas
environmentally or socially sensitive areas
resource requirements
Equipment may include:
digital camera with sufficient memory and power packs
water tight camera bags
video camera, tapes and batteries
photo log book
shoreline assessment forms
field notebooks (waterproof)
pencils, waterproof markers, rulers, protractors, scissors
waterproof pack
compass
global positioning system (GPS); hand held portable
topographic maps or charts
road maps
radios/satellite phones or mobile phones
emergency position indicating radio beacon
first aid kit
sunscreen/hat or cold weather gear
rain gear/overalls
rubber boots, not skid soles/steel caps
gloves (waterproof)
tape - wide fluorescent flagging tape
tape measure (30m)
marker posts (e.g. garden stakes) post hammer, labels and waterproof non fade marker pens
shovels: folding type with a pick on the back
sample jars (labelled) and container (protective)
spatulas, spoons and other sampling instruments
ice chests if biological samples are to be taken
plastic bags - heavy duty
vehicles appropriate for terrain
On-site assessment may include:
identifying shoreline character
calculating potential waste volumes
Jurisdiction may include:
commonwealth
state
local government
environment and conservation department
parks and wildlife
great barrier reef marine park
Constraints may include:
health and safety of team members
remoteness
access
equipment
damage to shoreline
sensitivity of shoreline and environmental impact
public and media
support services
tides
threat from wildlife
communication
waste storage and removal
Deployment information may include
shoreline sector allocation
shoreline assessment forms using GIS and map data
location, character and behaviour of oil and oiled shoreline
clean up response areas
environmentally or socially sensitive areas
resource requirements
Equipment may include:
digital camera with sufficient memory and power packs
water tight camera bags
video camera, tapes and batteries
photo log book
shoreline assessment forms
field notebooks (waterproof)
pencils, waterproof markers, rulers, protractors, scissors
waterproof pack
compass
global positioning system (GPS); hand held portable
topographic maps or charts
road maps
radios/satellite phones or mobile phones
emergency position indicating radio beacon
first aid kit
sunscreen/hat or cold weather gear
rain gear/overalls
rubber boots, not skid soles/steel caps
gloves (waterproof)
tape - wide fluorescent flagging tape
tape measure (30m)
marker posts (e.g. garden stakes) post hammer, labels and waterproof non fade marker pens
shovels: folding type with a pick on the back
sample jars (labelled) and container (protective)
spatulas, spoons and other sampling instruments
ice chests if biological samples are to be taken
plastic bags - heavy duty
vehicles appropriate for terrain
On-site assessment may include:
identifying shoreline character
calculating potential waste volumes
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
describe:
shoreline substrates and the influence of substrate on shoreline response
shoreline type or form
biological character
shoreline oiling
priorities for shoreline protection
implement plans for shoreline protection
understand and convey the importance of health and safety in the oiled environment
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency should be assessed in a simulated multi-agency response environment or in an operational environment.
Method of assessment
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 approved simulated environment.
Forms of assessment may include:
direct observation
journals and workplace documentation
third party reports from supervisors
written or oral questions
case studies
Guidance information for assessment
Where possible assessment should be completed holistically and may be assessed with other relevant units of competence such as but not limited to :
PUAOIL301Apply health, safety and risk controls when working on oiled shorelines
PUAOIL401 Apply decision making strategies in an oil spill response
PUAOIL403 Lead a team in oiled shoreline clean up
PUATEA003B Lead, manage and develop teams
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
describe:
shoreline substrates and the influence of substrate on shoreline response
shoreline type or form
biological character
shoreline oiling
priorities for shoreline protection
implement plans for shoreline protection
understand and convey the importance of health and safety in the oiled environment
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency should be assessed in a simulated multi-agency response environment or in an operational environment.
Method of assessment
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 approved simulated environment.
Forms of assessment may include:
direct observation
journals and workplace documentation
third party reports from supervisors
written or oral questions
case studies
Guidance information for assessment
Where possible assessment should be completed holistically and may be assessed with other relevant units of competence such as but not limited to :
PUAOIL301Apply health, safety and risk controls when working on oiled shorelines
PUAOIL401 Apply decision making strategies in an oil spill response
PUAOIL403 Lead a team in oiled shoreline clean up
PUATEA003B Lead, manage and develop teams
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAY15 | PUAOIL405 | Apply oiled shoreline assessment strategies in an oil spill response | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AB856 | PUASS00040 | Oil Spill Response Team Leader | Skill set |