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 as approved under the Aviation Transport Security Act
Notices made under the Act
other amendments relating to security screening at an airport
Workplace procedures or requirements may relate to:
applicable legislative requirements and Aviation Screening Notices
access and equity policies, principles and practices
client service standards
code of conduct or ethics
communication and reporting procedures
complaint and dispute resolution procedures
emergency and evacuation procedures
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
equipment use and maintenance
WHS/OHS policies and procedures
own role, responsibility and authority
privacy and confidentiality
standard operating procedures for screening
Articles may include:
bags
cabin baggage
checked baggage
hold baggage
packages
personal effects
work equipment
tools of trade
display/promotional items
vehicles/machinery
Airside security zones on an airport include:
the security restricted area
the enhanced inspection area
Landside security zones on an airport include:
the sterile area
the fuel storage zone
the air traffic control facilities zone
the navigational aids zone
Weapons, explosives, prohibited items or LAG products are:
as described under the legislation
those articles specified by the client, or by federal, state or territory statutes (including impermissible LAG products)
Screening equipment may include:
X-ray screening equipment
explosive trace detection (ETD)
hand-held metal detector
Situations requiring a physical search of articles include:
when X-ray screening fails to clearly identify an item that may be a weapon, explosive, prohibited item or LAG product
when X-ray screening identifies a weapon, explosive, prohibited item or LAG product
when the item to be screened is oversize
when screening is being conducted at a temporary screening point and X-ray screening equipment is not available
when the X-ray screening equipment malfunctions or is otherwise not operating
when the item cannot be cleared by the X-ray screening equipment
when a person requests a physical inspection of their personal effects
when articles are left unattended
Physical searching of articles consists of:
the methods and techniques as described in the relevant Sections of the Notice made under the Aviation Screening Notices
Aspects of articles of which a person must be mindful during a physical search include:
the weight of articles
the possibility that articles contain false bottoms or concealed compartments
any aspect of the articles that appears unprofessional or repaired, or shows signs of modification, tampering or external switches, batteries or wires
Social and cultural differences may relate to:
dress and personal presentation
gender and gender identity
food preferences
language
religion
social conventions
traditional practices
values and beliefs

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:
demonstrate the ability to prepare articles for screening prior to entering a secure area
using the correct methods and techniques, conduct screening of an item for weapons, explosives, prohibited items or LAG products
demonstrate the ability to conduct a physical search of articles for weapons, explosives, prohibited items or LAG products in accordance with legislative requirements and workplace procedures
demonstrate the ability to take the correct action in response to the detection of weapons, explosives, prohibited items or LAG products during screening.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts.
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.
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.