SISCAQU018 — Operate self-contained breathing apparatus in aquatic facility emergencies

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What an assessment for SISCAQU018 must cover

44 assessable components: 5 elements (17 performance criteria), 8 performance evidence and 14 knowledge evidence requirements, plus 5 foundation skills. An audit-defensible tool maps every question and task back to these — that mapping is the coverage matrix Auditori generates alongside the assessment.

Elements & performance criteria

1 Maintain self-contained breathing apparatus.

1.1Interpret manufacturer guidelines to determine repair and maintenance requirements for self-contained breathing apparatus.
1.2Complete periodic safety and serviceability checks on apparatus according to manufacturer instructions.
1.3Complete leak detection and withdrawal warning alarm tests according to manufacturer instructions.
1.4Complete minor repairs to faulty equipment and replace defective parts according to manufacturer instructions.
1.5Complete repair and maintenance records according to organisational procedures.

2 Use self-contained breathing apparatus.

2.1Identify emergencies requiring use of self-contained breathing apparatus.
2.2Assemble component parts of apparatus and promptly complete operational checks.
2.3Fit and adjust apparatus to ensure comfort and safety.
2.4Operate apparatus during emergency incidents according to manufacturer instructions and organisational work health and safety (WHS) procedures.
2.5Monitor air supply by checking gauges regularly throughout emergency activities.

3 Respond to chlorine gas emergency.

3.1Communicate initial assessment of emergency to appropriate personnel and determine required response.
3.2Isolate chlorine gas equipment and notify emergency personnel according to organisational emergency response procedures.

4 Maintain and store self-contained breathing apparatus after use.

4.1Dismantle apparatus and clean all components according to manufacturer instructions to maintain serviceable condition and prolonged lifespan.
4.2Store apparatus to allow efficient access for next use.
4.3Tag, isolate and report faulty apparatus according to organisational procedures.

5 Debrief and complete reports.

5.1Participate in incident management debrief and identify future response improvements.
5.2Complete required incident reports according to organisational procedures.

Performance evidence

follow manufacturer instructions to complete: one periodic safety and serviceability check on self-contained breathing apparatus
follow manufacturer instructions to complete: one minor non-specialist repair on self-contained breathing apparatus
for each check and repair task above, complete accurate records
participate in two simulated emergency incidents involving the release of chlorine gas, following safety and emergency response procedures
for each incident above: identify, assess and respond to the gas release circumstance
for each incident above: utilise a self-contained breathing apparatus
for each incident above: dismantle and clean apparatus
for each incident above: participate in a debrief and complete an incident report

Knowledge evidence

organisational work health and safety (WHS) and emergency response procedures for chlorine gas release
for chlorine gas: atmospheric conditions and how they can affect chlorine gas cylinders
for chlorine gas: causes of chlorine gas emergencies in aquatic facilities
for chlorine gas: properties of gas release, including visual appearance and odour
for chlorine gas: dangers to health, and symptoms of exposure to chlorine gas
for chlorine gas: emergency response actions, and communication protocols when gas is released
for chlorine gas: how to isolate chlorine gas equipment
for self-contained breathing apparatus: the main components: backpack and harness, air cylinder, regulator, face piece
for self-contained breathing apparatus: operational features and functions of each component, and how to assemble, use and disassemble the apparatus
for self-contained breathing apparatus: safety and serviceability checks completed on each component
for self-contained breathing apparatus: schedules for periodic inspection and maintenance
for self-contained breathing apparatus: common types of minor, non-specialist repairs, and tools and methods used to complete these
for self-contained breathing apparatus: methods used to clean apparatus and types of cleaning agents used
for self-contained breathing apparatus: formats and inclusions of: manufacturer instructions for repair and maintenance of self-contained breathing apparatus, repair and maintenance records and fault tags, incident reports

Foundation skills

Reading skills to:: interpret potentially unfamiliar and detailed manufacturer instructions for the use, repair and maintenance of self-contained breathing apparatus.
Writing skills to:: use fundamental sentence structure to complete basic repair and maintenance forms and reports that require factual information
Writing skills to:: record detailed and accurate factual information about emergency responses.
Numeracy skills to:: interpret and record numerical information from gauges and meters involving volume and pressure.
Self-management skills to:: critically analyse all circumstances and implications to provide a prompt and considered emergency response.

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What does an assessment tool for SISCAQU018 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for SISCAQU018 needs to address all 44 unit components: 5 elements with 17 performance criteria, 8 performance evidence requirements, 14 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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