Unit of competency Outline

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Plan and monitor escorts

Plan and monitor escorts

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCTRA004
State Code
AUY68
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/08/2015
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/12/2015
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
17/12/2015
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit describes the skills required to prepare for and supervise vehicular escorts and protect prisoners and the public during escorts. Escorts may be for the purpose of court attendance, medical treatment, compassionate and family visits, employment programs, attendance at specialist services, interstate transfers, location transfers, and attendance at hearings and inquiries.This unit applies to those working in the planning and monitoring of escorts. These staff members may be from a range of occupational areas within correctional services. Working as part of a coordinated team is integral to the role.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to prisoner transport.Those undertaking this unit work independently, drawing upon support from a range of established resources. The role requires complex organisational, analysis and communication skills.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Plan and coordinate escort
  • 1.1 Develop escort plans and duties from prisoner transfer information.
  • 1.2 Identify and assign resources, personnel and equipment needed for the escort according to escort purpose, escort plans and escort procedures.
  • 1.3 Ensure that vehicles and equipment are checked for availability and serviceability.
  • 1.4 Check information from agencies and/or movement orders for specific requirements and for accuracy and consistency with escort plans.
  • 1.5 Act upon information concerning the need for any special prisoner transport requirements and factor these into escort planning.
  • 1.6 Confirm that route plans, itinerary and timetables ensure the safest and most time-effective movements.
  • 1.7 Provide prisoners and team members with information designed to promote cooperation and understanding, and reduce stress and mistakes.
2. Monitor escorts
  • 2.1 Brief the escort officers on the details of the escort and routine for the day.
  • 2.2 Adjust deployments, instructions and schedules on the basis of any late information received.
  • 2.3 Ensure that the escort departs the base at its schedule time.
  • 2.4 Ensure that vehicle routes are frequently reviewed to ensure the safety, security and welfare of staff, prisoners and the public is maintained.
  • 2.5 Monitor, record and advise internal and external parties of any delays or circumstances that may result in late prisoner delivery.
  • 2.6 Delegate any further movement orders received in a safe and timely manner.
3. Manage escort contingencies and documentation
  • 3.1 Take charge of any emergency during prisoner movement to ensure the safety, security and welfare of staff, prisoners and the public is maintained.
  • 3.2 Liaise with agency and other officials in order to promote effective cooperation.
  • 3.3 Check relevant logs for any variations to escort plans and ensure reasons for variances are recorded.
  • 3.4 Anticipate and assess the impact of vehicle and equipment breakdowns and mechanical problems.
  • 3.5 Log all prisoner movement data and incidents and report to the relevant agencies.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6029 CSCTRA401A Plan and monitor escorts Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEI90 CSCTRA006 Plan and monitor escorts Unit of competency