Skill set Outline
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10/09/2026 5:05 PM AWST
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Incident response team leader
Incident response team leader
Skill set
National Code
PMASS00021
PMASS00021
State Code
AD596
AD596
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
02/06/2016
Current Release Date
16/11/2020
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
09/03/2021
Nominal Hours
130
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 16/11/2020 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 02/06/2016 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
Incidents are controlled using an incident response team led by an incident response team leader.
This skill set covers the competencies required by persons working as incident team leaders. This would not normally be their full time job, but a role they assume as required by the situation.
Competency is required to be achieved prior to undertaking this role - see units for details.
This is an industry defined skill set.
This skill set covers the competencies required by persons working as incident team leaders. This would not normally be their full time job, but a role they assume as required by the situation.
Competency is required to be achieved prior to undertaking this role - see units for details.
This is an industry defined skill set.
Pathway Information
These units of competency can provide credit towards Certificates III and IV in PMA Chemical, Hydrocarbons and Refining Training Package.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Licensing is not required at the time of writing, although these competencies may be required under a risk management plan.
Target Group
Individuals who, as part of their role, are required to assume the incident team leader role when the situation requires it.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These competencies from PMA Chemical, Hydrocarbons and Refining Training Package meet the minimum requirements for an incident team leader.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AXN65 | PMAOMIR346 | Assess and secure an incident site | 30 | Unit of competency |
| AXN68 | PMAOMIR317 | Facilitate search and rescue operations | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AXM14 | PMAWHS311 | Lead emergency teams | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCL03 | PMAOMIR322 | Manage incident response information | 40 | Unit of competency |
