Unit of competency Outline

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Conclude police search and rescue operations

Conclude police search and rescue operations

Unit of competency
National Code
POLSAR011
State Code
ODO07
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/09/2021
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
25/10/2021
Field of Education
080399 - Business And Management, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
25/10/2021
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conclude and report the outcomes of search and rescue (SAR) operations, including reviewing activities and communicating with stakeholders.This unit applies to police officers undertaking police SAR coordination duties. The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to resource procurement, stakeholder and family liaison and work health and safety (WHS).Those undertaking this unit would work within multi-agency teams and often liaise with stakeholders. They would make decisions independently while giving consideration to financial and human resource management requirements. They would perform complex tasks in a range of contexts either in the field or within police station/office environments.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Conclude SARoperation
  • 1.1 Determine when to conclude SAR operation based on medical advice, expiry of timeframe of survival or no likelihood of locating target
  • 1.2 Review SAR activities in accordance with legislative and investigative requirements
  • 1.3 Liaise with family prior to concluding SAR operation to maintain transparency
  • 1.4 Consult with stakeholders prior to concluding operation to communicate intention to conclude SAR operation
  • 1.5 Coordinate recall/stand down of assets in accordance with resource requirements
  • 1.6 Ensure all assets are accounted for and prepared for redeployment
  • 1.7 Review outcomes of operation through debrief of SAR members
2 Report outcomes of SAR operation
  • 2.1 Record critical decisions for accountability and transparency purposes
  • 2.2 Collate information/log for SAR records
  • 2.3 Prepare jurisdictional reports for dissemination in accordance with reporting requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AVN16 POLSAR010 Conclude police search and rescue operation Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHC2 POL58121 Diploma of Police Search and Rescue Coordination (Marine / Land) Qualification