DEFDPA004 — Manage media requirements at major events

1 Assess event and organisation requirements

• 1.1Define restricted and/or special access areas to media
• 1.2Assess operational responsibilities and provision of information to media in accordance with operational procedures

2 Develop media strategy

• 2.1Use media plan to form the media strategy
• 2.2Arrange media requirements in accordance with event characteristics
• 2.3Brief media representatives in accordance with availability, knowledge of event and media presence
• 2.4Allocate a media briefing area within required resources where possible
• 2.5Gain media cooperation in order to coordinate information flow and provide information to the public
• 2.6Change media strategy to suit operational demands and level as required
• 2.7Gain approval for information releases in accordance with operational procedures
• 2.8Schedule information briefing sessions and tours in accordance with operational responsibilities and media requirements
• 2.9Provide media personnel with personal protective equipment and clothing in accordance with operational procedures

3 Provide information to media

• 3.1Follow organisational protocols when liaising with the media
• 3.2Provide media representatives with current developments of the event as required
• 3.3Schedule and conduct interview and photo opportunities to provide updated information, as required
• 3.4Consult other organisations at the incident to ensure a consistent presentation of information to the media in accordance with operational procedures
• 3.5Maintain accurate records of media enquiries and interviews
• 3.6Maintain open communication channels between organisations and the media

4 Promote the organisation via the media

• 4.1Promote work and achievements of the organisation throughout the event in accordance with operational protocols
• 4.2Ensure own demeanour and presentation meet organisational professional standards

What does an assessment tool for DEFDPA004 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for DEFDPA004 needs to address all 55 unit components: 4 elements with 19 performance criteria, 12 performance evidence requirements, 24 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

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