PUASAR019 — Train canines to work in a USAR environment

1 Work in a USAR environment

• 1.1Risk assessment of Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) environment is undertaken, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 1.2Personal protective clothing and equipment appropriate to the USAR environment is selected and worn
• 1.3Principles and organisational procedures for working safely in a USAR environment are implemented

2 Introduce canines to a USAR environment

• 2.1An incremental approach is followed to introduce canines to a USAR environment
• 2.2Problems that may develop with canines being introduced to a USAR environment are identified and solved within area of responsibility
• 2.3Problems outside area of responsibility are referred to appropriate personnel for action and recommendations are made, as required

3 Prepare canines for detection of live human scent

• 3.1Scent factors that limit the capability of canines to function efficiently are identified
• 3.2Canine behaviour and responses are interpreted, and appropriate action is taken, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 3.3Regular interaction with canine is undertaken to maintain an enthusiastic, effective and appropriate level of work and behaviour at search locations
• 3.4Canine is deployed to detect live human scent in a range of areas and situations

4 Develop alert behaviour in canines

• 4.1Training tools and techniques are used to shape the desired bark alert behaviour in canine
• 4.2Problems encountered in bark alert training are diagnosed and solved, in accordance with organisational procedures

5 Train canine using appropriate methods

• 5.1Humane ways of training are used that reflect positive reinforcement techniques
• 5.2Canine psychology and drives are recognised and applied when training canine
• 5.3Appropriate degree of correction is used to discourage unwanted canine behaviour
• 5.4Canine involved in training is handled and controlled in a way that maintains performance and safety

6 Manage training assistants

• 6.1Training assistant is selected for the training exercise to be performed in a simulated USAR environment
• 6.2Training assistant is briefed on the expected outcomes of the exercise
• 6.3Job safety analysis is provided to training assistant prior to commencement of training exercise
• 6.4Safety and welfare of training assistant is maintained throughout the training exercise
• 6.5Problems encountered with the training assistant are diagnosed and resolved, or referred to relevant personnel, in accordance with organisational procedures

What does an assessment tool for PUASAR019 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for PUASAR019 needs to address all 53 unit components: 6 elements with 21 performance criteria, 17 performance evidence requirements, 15 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for PUASAR019?

Auditori pulls the current release of PUASAR019 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

Yes. Every new account includes one free credit — enough to generate the complete assessment tool for PUASAR019 — with no card and no subscription required. After that it's pay-as-you-go per unit.

Can I check my existing PUASAR019 assessment instead of generating a new one?

Yes — upload your existing assessment or learner guide and Auditori maps it against every element, performance criterion, PE and KE of PUASAR019, showing exactly what's covered and what's missing. Mapping costs a quarter of a credit.