Elements and Performance Criteria

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Legislative requirements may include:
the Aviation Transport Security Act (and amendments)
the organisation’s transport security program
Notices made under the Act
other amendments to the Act relating to security screening at an airport
Use of X-ray screening equipment may occur at:
a security controlled airport with screened air services
Articles may include:
bags
personal belongings
goods
cabin baggage
checked baggage
packages
personal effects
work equipment
tools of trade
display/promotional items
X-ray screening equipment means:
screening X-ray equipment that has threat image projection system capability and is capable of differentiation between organic and inorganic material
single or multi view X-ray equipment
Threat image projection system capability means:
a software program capable of projecting virtual images of threat articles such as a gun, knife, or improvised explosive device within the X-ray image of a bag under examination and providing immediate feedback to observer
A prohibited item is:
as described under the Legislation
A weapon is:
as described under the Legislation

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include:
using the correct procedures, set up and test X-ray screening equipment whilst meeting WHS/OHS requirements
demonstrate the ability to correctly operate X-ray screening equipment in accordance with workplace procedures
correctly manipulate X-ray images using enhancement functions to identify weapons and prohibited items
demonstrate the ability to take appropriate action when a weapon, explosive or prohibited item is identified by using X-ray screening equipment
using X-ray screening equipment, accurately detect and identify prohibited weapons, explosives or prohibited items in articles being screened.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In real environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, legislation, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Method of assessment


Assessment for
Passenger/Non-Passenger Screener
and Checked Baggage Screener Roles
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted using the National Assessment Tool.

Practical assessment must:
be undertaken by a registered training organisation
occur in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace.