Module 9: Gain and Maintain Situation Awareness

 

Overview of the Module

Introduction

 

This module provides a broad overview of how the SOPL gains and maintains situation awareness. Situation Awareness is one of the steps in the Risk Management Cycle. Gaining and maintaining situation awareness are performed throughout the incident, in all of the steps of the Risk Management Cycle.

Image showing the steps in the Risk Management Cycle. The Situation Awareness step is highlighted.


Below is the module outline, followed by the objectives for the module and a list of any exercises that need to be completed.

Outline

 

This module includes the following topics:
  • Overview of the Module
  • Definition and Purpose of Situation Awareness
  • Responsibilities Related to Situation Awareness
  • How To Gain and Maintain Situation Awareness
  • Summary of the Module
Objectives

 

After you complete this module, you should be able to:

  • Identify the definition and purpose of situation awareness.
  • Identify position responsibilities related to gaining and maintaining situation awareness.
  • Identify activities the SOPL should typically perform related to gaining and maintaining situation awareness.
The assessment for the online component will include questions related to the objectives for this module.
Exercises

 

This module includes the following exercise:
  • Situation Awareness and WFDSS

 

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Glossary and Acronyms

 
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As you work through this module, make a list of any questions you have. Bring the list with you to the instructor-led component of the course, where you will have an opportunity to get your questions answered.