PUASES009 — Undertake inland floodboat operations

1 Prepare for floodboat operation

• 1.1Operational and task information is obtained
• 1.2Operational and task information is used to determine response and equipment requirements
• 1.3Equipment is checked for serviceability and is stowed for road transportation to prevent loss or damage
• 1.4Pre-launch checks are conducted, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• 1.5Personal protective clothing and equipment is selected and worn, as appropriate

2 Operate floodboat

• 2.1Hazard identification, risk assessment and control measures are undertaken, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• 2.2Vessel is launched safely, in accordance with organisational procedures
• 2.3Pre-start checks are conducted, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• 2.4Start up procedures are followed, in accordance with organisational policies, procedures and manufacturers’ guidelines
• 2.5Vessel is correctly boarded, loaded and trimmed for safety
• 2.6Vessel is operated applying appropriate techniques
• 2.7Emergency drills are conducted, as required
• 2.8Lookout procedures are conducted, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

3 Undertake floodboat tasks

• 3.1Floodboat search procedures are conducted, in accordance with organisational procedures and standards
• 3.2Cargo is transported safely and efficiently
• 3.3People or objects in the water are recovered safely and efficiently
• 3.4Bodies are recovered using appropriate equipment and tools, in accordance with organisational procedures, to meet coronial requirements

4 Recover and restore floodboat

• 4.1Vessel is recovered
• 4.2Vessel and associated equipment are stored, cleaned and serviced, in accordance with organisational procedures and manufacturers’ guidelines
• 4.3Signs and symptoms of operational stress in self and others is recognised and reported to relevant personnel
• 4.4Debriefing requirements are contributed to, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
• 4.5Operational documentation is completed, in accordance with organisational policies and procedures

What does an assessment tool for PUASES009 need to cover?

To satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence, an assessment for PUASES009 needs to address all 52 unit components: 4 elements with 22 performance criteria, 20 performance evidence requirements, 10 knowledge evidence requirements, and the foundation skills. A coverage matrix mapping each question and task to these components is what an auditor looks for.

How does Auditori generate an assessment tool for PUASES009?

Auditori pulls the current release of PUASES009 from training.gov.au and generates a complete package: candidate assessment, assessor guide with model answers and observation criteria, and a coverage matrix mapping every component. A suitably qualified person then reviews and approves the draft in a built-in workflow — consistent with ASQA's guidance on AI use in VET — before export as branded PDF and editable Word.

Is the first assessment tool really free?

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Can I check my existing PUASES009 assessment instead of generating a new one?

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