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Apply store security systems and procedures

Apply store security systems and procedures

Unit of competency
National Code
SIRXRSK003A
State Code
S6189
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
13/06/2012
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
22/04/2013
Field of Education
091199 - Justice And Law Enforcement, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
22/04/2013
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain and use store security equipment, ensuring the safety and well being of staff and customers, the detection and apprehension of thieves and the application of post-apprehension procedures according to State and Territory laws.This unit builds on unit SIRXRSK001A Minimise theft. It involves the maintenance and use of store security equipment, ensuring the safety and well being of staff and customers, the detection and apprehension of thieves and the application of post-apprehension procedures according to State and Territory laws.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Maintain store security systems.
  • 1.1.Operate security equipment, according to manufacturer instructions and storepolicy and procedures.
  • 1.2.Regularly check security equipment to ensure operational effectiveness and identify faults.
  • 1.3.Organise regular servicing according to store procedures or manufacturer specifications.
  • 1.4.Apply surveillance of specific store areas according to store procedures and legislative requirements.
  • 1.5.Enter security data accurately and update as required by store policy and procedures.
2. Deal with potentially unsecured situations.
  • 2.1.Identify factors that increase security risk and regularly monitor, record and report on them according to instructions.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording in the performance criteria is detailed below.
Security equipment used in stores may include:
alarms
surveillance equipment such as cameras and closed-circuit television
security tags
security bar codes.
Store policy and procedures in regard to:
apprehension of thieves
operation and maintenance of security equipment.
Legislative requirements may include:
privacy or confidentiality laws
Trade Practices and Fair Trading Acts
consumer law
awards and agreements
property offences
credit laws
reporting procedures
criminal law.
Security data may be sourced through:
observation
interviews
records of complaint
inventory reports
financial reports
surveillance footage.
Reports may be delivered:
verbally
in writing
formally
informally.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
Evidence of the following is essential:
consistently operates and maintains store security equipment
identifies and reports potential security risks according to store policy.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment must ensure access to:
a real or simulated work environment
relevant documentation, such as:
store policy and procedures manuals
equipment such as:
security systems
communication equipment.
Methods of assessment
A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:
observation of performance in the workplace
a role play
third-party reports from a supervisor
customer feedback
answers to questions about specific skills and knowledge
review of portfolios of evidence and third-party workplace reports of on-the-job performance.
Guidance information for assessment
Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended.
Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
N0696 WRRLP5B Apply store security systems and procedures Unit of competency