PUASAR030 — Undertake trench rescue

1 Prepare for trench rescue operation

• 1.1Operation and task information is obtained through a briefing, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 1.2Shoring, propping up and excavating equipment is identified and prepared for use, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 1.3Personal protective clothing and equipment and trench rescue equipment is selected, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 1.4Any further details on the nature of the rescue are received and analysed en route
• 1.5Potential hazards and associated risks are discussed with rescue team members while on route

2 Assess and manage trench rescue scene

• 2.1Physical features of the trench rescue are assessed before deploying rescue resources and team members
• 2.2Hazards and environmental conditions are identified, monitored and controlled using risk mitigation processes
• 2.3Trench rescue scene is managed to control access and to maintain a safe operational environment
• 2.4Scene management procedures are followed, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 2.5Communication with other personnel on site is established and maintained throughout the rescue operation

3 Stabilise trench

• 3.1Trench collapse pattern and signs of further collapse are identified
• 3.2Action to minimise further trench collapse is undertaken, in accordance with organisational procedures

4 Locate and enter collapsed trench

• 4.1Assessment of incident scene is undertaken to determine possible location of casualties
• 4.2Appropriate resources are used to assist in location of casualties
• 4.3Condition of casualties and nature of entrapment is ascertained, where possible, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 4.4Appropriate excavation techniques are employed to gain access to casualties
• 4.5Located casualties are treated, in accordance with organisational procedures and in consultation with medical personnel
• 4.6Hygiene precautions are followed, in accordance with organisational procedures

5 Remove casualties

• 5.1Casualties are released, treated and stabilised, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 5.2Released casualties are removed from scene using recognised techniques
• 5.3Appropriate actions are taken to preserve the incident scene, in accordance with organisational procedures

6 Conclude rescue operations

• 6.1Equipment is recovered, cleaned and serviced, in accordance with organisational procedures and manufacturers’ guidelines
• 6.2Hygiene precautions are implemented, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 6.3Decontamination procedures are followed, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 6.4Operational debriefing is participated in, in accordance organisational procedures
• 6.5Operational documentation including post incident report is completed, in accordance with organisational procedures

What does an assessment tool for PUASAR030 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for PUASAR030 needs to address all 67 unit components: 6 elements with 26 performance criteria, 22 performance evidence requirements, 19 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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