Skill set Outline
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14/09/2026 3:08 AM AWST
14/09/2026 3:08 AM AWST
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Oil Spill Responder
Oil Spill Responder
Skill set
National Code
PUASS00076
PUASS00076
State Code
AD940
AD940
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
16/07/2019
Current Release Date
16/07/2019
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
26/02/2020
Nominal Hours
80
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 16/07/2019 | Current | Approved |
Description
This Skill Set PUASS00076 Oil Spill Responder provides the skills and knowledge required to perform as an oil spill responder within the Australian Public Safety Training Package environment.
Pathway Information
This Skill Set PUASS00076 Oil Spill Responder provides is part of the Public Safety Training Package. This Skill Set can be a standalone outcome, or the units may be included in a qualification as core or elective options.The units of competency in this Skill Set can contribute to the completion of relevant Certificate III, Certificate IV, Diploma and Advanced Diploma qualifications from the Public Safety Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Target Group
This Skill Set PUASS00076 Oil Spill Responder is suitable for those who will be performing as a member of an oil spill response team.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This Skill Set PUASS00076 Oil Spill Responder from the Public Safety Training Package meets the minimum industry requirements to perform as an oil spill responder within an authorised oil spill response.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAY17 | PUAOIL303 | Apply health, safety and risk controls when working on oiled shorelines | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OAY18 | PUAOIL304 | Use advanced equipment operations for oil spill response | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAY19 | PUAOIL202 | Use basic equipment operations for oil spill response | 20 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AC305 | PUASS00039 | Oil Spill Responder | Skill set |