Skill set Outline
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11/09/2026 7:20 PM AWST
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Marine Animal Stranding Skill Set
Marine Animal Stranding Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
ACMSS00029
ACMSS00029
State Code
AE502
AE502
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
13/04/2021
Current Release Date
13/04/2021
Current Release Number
1.00
Approved Date
26/07/2021
Nominal Hours
85
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 13/04/2021 | Current | Approved |
Description
This skill set is designed to prepare individuals with the skills and knowledge to participate in an event involving single or multiple stranding and/or grounding of marine animals, typically whales, dolphins and dugongs.
Pathway Information
These units of competency build on skills in the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Most government jurisdictions have requirements that allow only appropriately authorised agencies to undertake response operations. Users are advised to check with the relevant authority.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for individuals who work with approved agencies to participate in a marine animal stranding event.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from the ACM Animal Care and Management Training Package and PUA Public Safety Training Package meet requirements related to participating in a marine animal stranding event.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAX91 | PUASAR012 | Apply surf awareness and self-rescue skills | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODC75 | ACMAIM308 | Respond to marine wildlife stranding | 55 | Unit of competency |
