Unit of competency Outline
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Conduct detector dog team training
Conduct detector dog team training
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPBDR011
PSPBDR011
State Code
AWW47
AWW47
TGA Status
Deleted
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Deleted
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to prepare and conduct initial detector dog team training courses. It includes preparation and delivery of training/development, managing training resources, maintaining the security of training aids, and evaluating and reporting training course outcomes.This unit applies to those working in the provision of detector dog training courses.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.Those undertaking this unit would work autonomously supervising others, performing complex tasks in a familiar context.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for training/ development
- 1.1 Identify needs of teams to be trained.
- 1.2 Plan training and development based upon the identified needs.
- 1.3 Identify and prepare training resources in accordance with training requirements.
- 1.4 Identify and address administrative requirements.
2. Deliver training/ development
- 2.1 Provide constructive feedback throughout the development process.
- 2.2 Monitor and evaluate dog and handler progress.
- 2.3 Monitor training against schedule and outcomes.
- 2.4 Adjust the training program to allow individual detector dog teams every opportunity to meet the performance criteria.
- 2.5 Maintain records.
3. Manage training resources
- 3.1 Identify and report training resource requirements to management.
- 3.2 Monitor resource usage in accordance with approved resource allocation.
- 3.3 Maintain security of training aids.
- 3.4 Ensure custody, transport and use of training aids is in accordance with legislation, policy and guidelines.
4. Evaluate training outcomes
- 4.1 Assess level of development and operational effectiveness of detector dog teams.
- 4.2 Provide clear and constructive feedback in relation to performance to the person/s being assessed using appropriate language and strategies, and including guidance on any further goals or training opportunities available to overcome gaps in competency.
- 4.3 Identify changes aimed at improving the detection capabilities of detector dog teams.
- 4.4 Ensure training outcomes are in accordance with legislation, policy and guidelines.
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| C8079 | PSPBORD406A | Conduct detector dog team training | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AZX9 | PSP40116 | Certificate IV in Government | Qualification |