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Follow security procedures when working with passengers and personnel

Follow security procedures when working with passengers and personnel

Unit of competency
National Code
TLIO1002A
State Code
D5261
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2011
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/05/2013
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
08/05/2013
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit involves the skills and knowledge required to follow security procedures in the transport and logistics industry. It includes checking and maintaining the security of any passengers, workplace personnel and visitors; identifying and responding to any security threats or situations; and completing all required security records. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Maintain security of passengers, workplace personnel and visitors
  • 1.1 Where applicable, security checks of passengers, workplace personnel and visitors are carried out in accordance with workplace security program and procedures and within limits of role and responsibilities
  • 1.2 Precautions and measures aimed at protecting the security of passengers, workplace personnel and visitors are followed in accordance with workplace security procedures and applicable security regulations
  • 1.3 Signs of suspicious behaviour of passengers or other personnel are recognised and reported promptly to designated personnel in accordance with workplace security procedures
  • 1.4 Any breaches of security requirements for passengers, workplace personnel and visitors are reported promptly to designated personnel in accordance with workplace procedures
2Identify a security threat or situation
  • 2.1 Signs of security threats are recognised and investigated where applicable in accordance with workplace security procedures
  • 2.2 Security threat or situation is promptly identified, assessed and reported in accordance with workplace security procedures
  • 2.3 Implications of the security threat or situation are evaluated in accordance with workplace security procedures
  • 2.4 Relevant personnel are alerted to the security threat or situation as required within workplace security
  • 2.5 Communications are maintained with relevant personnel to determine appropriate course of action
3Respond to a security threat or situation
  • 3.1 Response to an identified security threat or situation is in accordance with workplace security procedures, received instructions, regulatory requirements and emergency response plan where relevant
  • 3.2 Security threats or incidents are handled appropriately in accordance with established response plan and within limits of responsibility and duty of care
  • 3.3 Responsibilities are fulfilled in accordance with workplace security procedures and regulatory requirements
  • 3.4 Assistance is provided in controlling the site both prior to and following arrival of security and/or emergency services
  • 3.5 In the case of a security threat or emergency, assistance is provided to other staff and emergency services personnel conducting an initial survey of the scene
  • 3.6 Directions of the controlling security/emergency authority are followed and all possible assistance is provided in response to those directions
4Maintain security records
  • 4.1 Records of security checks and precautions are kept as applicable in accordance with workplace security procedures
  • 4.2 Reports of security incidents or threats are completed as applicable in accordance with workplace security procedures
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Transport and logistics enterprises may involve:
warehousing and distribution
road transport
rail transport
aviation
maritime
freight forwarding and customs broking
multimodal transport and logistics
Work may be conducted:
in a range of work environments by day or night
in large, medium or small transport terminals and storage facilities
at international airports, domestic airports, regional airports and remote airfields
on vehicles, trains, aircraft and vessels
Security procedures may be aimed at preventing or identifying:
persons trespassing on security zones and restricted areas
unauthorised airside access at security controlled airports and airfields
carriage or storage of prohibited goods
the carriage of improvised explosive devices
smuggling of goods
acts or threats of terrorism
hijacking of a vehicle, train, aircraft or vessel
extortion
assault
fraud
vandalism and graffiti
Security measures may include:
security guards at access points and gates to secured areas
locked doors, gates and fences
use of personal electronic access cards
recording of carrier and vehicle registration details at gates and checkpoints
bag check points
escorts for visitors in restricted areas
access control into and out of restricted security areas
use of ID cards
video surveillance equipment
X-ray screening of passengers, workplace personnel and visitors
explosives trace detection (ETD) screening of passengers, workplace personnel and visitors
screening of passengers, workplace personnel and visitors using hand-held and walk through magnetometers
Communication in the work area may include:
phone
radio
fax
email
electronic data transfer (EDI)
internet
oral, aural or signed communications
Personal protection equipment may include:
gloves
safety headwear and footwear
eye and ear protection
safety glasses
two-way radios
high visibility clothing
Depending on the organisation concerned workplace procedures may be called:
standard operating procedures
company procedures
enterprise procedures
organisational procedures
established procedures
Information and documents may include:
Australian transport security legislation and regulations
Australian and international codes of practice and regulations relevant to the secure transport of passengers
workplace security procedures and related policies and procedures
workplace standard operating procedures and policies
signs and instructions pertaining to security matters
operations manuals, job specifications and induction documentation
manufacturers specifications for equipment
supplier and/or client instructions
Applicable legislation, regulations and codes may include:
Australian transport security legislation and regulations
Australian and international codes of practice and regulations relevant to the secure transport of passengers
export/import/quarantine regulations
relevant state/territory OH&S legislation
EVIDENCE GUIDE
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 demonstration of:
applying the underpinning knowledge and skills
identifying signs of a possible security threat
responding to a possible security threat
applying relevant legislation and workplace procedures
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 both real and simulated environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
Method of assessment
As a minimum, assessment of knowledge must be conducted through appropriate assessments using written/practical/oral assessments
Practical assessment must occur:
through activities in an appropriately simulated environment, and/or
in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S5839 TLIO207D Follow security procedures Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
AVI32 TLIO1002 Follow security procedures when working with passengers and personnel Unit of competency