Skill set Outline
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Biosecurity Emergency Response Manager
Biosecurity Emergency Response Manager
Skill set
National Code
PUASS00065
PUASS00065
State Code
AD936
AD936
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
16/12/2022
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
26/02/2020
Nominal Hours
250
Duration
1 Semester
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 16/12/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 16/07/2019 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This Skill Set is for individuals who perform the duties of biosecurity emergency response manager within Australian biosecurity emergency response operational environments. It provides the skills and knowledge required to manage a multi-team biosecurity emergency response.
Pathway Information
This Skill Set PUASS00065 Biosecurity Emergency Response Manager is part of the Public Safety Training Package. The Skill Set can be a standalone outcome, or the units may be included in a qualification as core or elective options.Individuals may undertake further training towards the PUA50219 Diploma of Public Safety (Biosecurity Emergency Response Management).
Licensing / Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Target Group
This Skill Set PUASS00065 Biosecurity Emergency Response Manager is suitable for those who will perform as a manager in an incident management team in a biosecurity emergency response.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
This Skill Set PUASS00065 Biosecurity Emergency Response Manager from the Public Safety Training Package meets the minimum industry requirements to perform in a biosecurity response operational environment.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OAY02 | PUAOPE015 | Conduct briefings and debriefings | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OAX97 | PUAOPE018 | Control a Level 2 incident | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OAX49 | PUATEA003 | Lead, manage and develop teams | 50 | Unit of competency |
| OAZ66 | PUACOM007 | Liaise with other organisations | 20 | Unit of competency |
| OCT58 | AHCBER504 | Manage the implementation of a biosecurity emergency control program | 120 | Unit of competency |
