Unit of competency Outline
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Conduct patrols
Conduct patrols
Unit of competency
National Code
PSPBORD301A
PSPBORD301A
State Code
C8069
C8069
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/07/2014
Field of Education
091199 - Justice And Law Enforcement, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
04/07/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit covers the requirements to undertake all patrol functions, excluding marine. It includes preparing to patrol, conducting the patrol, gathering and reporting information, and reporting on and reviewing patrol activities.In practice, conducting patrols may overlap with other generalist or specialist public sector workplace activities such as acting ethically, complying with legislation, working effectively, using teamwork, networking, applying workplace safety procedures, etc.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare to patrol
- 1.1 The purpose and objectives of the patrol are explained to relevant personnel.
- 1.2 The legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines under which the patrol is to be conducted are identified.
- 1.3 The powers of officers under the legislation are confirmed and applied correctly.
- 1.4 The patrol operation is planned to suit its objectives.
- 1.5 Equipment, other resources and the need for assistance which may be required for the purposes of the patrol are identified.
- 1.6 Any risks to the health and safety of officers involved in the patrol are identified and taken into account within the plan.
2. Conduct the patrol
- 2.1 The patrol is conducted in accordance with legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines.
- 2.2 Patrol activities are undertaken in athorough manner in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- 2.3 Records are made of patrol actions, findings and outcomes in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
3. Gather and report information
- 3.1 Initiative is used to identify possible information.
- 3.2 Information is recorded accurately.
- 3.3 Privacy and other legislative requirements are complied with.
- 3.4 Information is reported in an accurate and timely manner in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
4. Report on and review patrol activities
- 4.1 Outcomes of patrol activities are recorded and disseminated in accordance with organisational policy and procedures.
- 4.2 The outcomes, procedures and processes used within the patrol are evaluated.
- 4.3 Improvements to procedures and processes are identified and actioned.
The Range Statement provides information about the context in which the unit of competency is carried out. The variables cater for differences between States and Territories and the Commonwealth, and between organisations and workplaces. They allow for different work requirements, work practices and knowledge. The Range Statement also provides a focus for assessment. It relates to the unit as a whole. Text in bold italics in the Performance Criteria is explained here.
Patrol may be conducted in the following areas:
as defined by legislation and regulations
licensed depots
remote areas
tarmac
waterfront
Relevant personnel may include:
intelligence
managers/supervisors
research and analysis
staff in other agencies
staff in other work areas
targeting and analysis
colleagues
employees of other agencies
Legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines may include:
State and Territory legislation
Commonwealth legislation, such as:
Crimes Act 1914
Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations
Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations
Occupational Health & Safety Act 1988
Operating Directions and Explanatory Notes
enabling legislation such as:
Customs Act 1901 and regulations
Wildlife Protection Act 1982
organisational manuals and/or work area standard operating procedures
Equipment, other resources and assistance may include:
portable surveillance equipment
radio communications
vehicles
night vision devices (NVDs)
other agencies
navigation equipment:
maps
global positioning system (GPS)
compass.
health and safety equipment:
safety vests
hard hats
safety boots
intrinsically safe torches
marine
closed circuit television (CCTV)
Coastwatch
A thorough manner means:
consistent with the objective of the patrol:
all activities in the immediate area of operation are observed
all attainable information is gathered, recorded and disseminated
all activities observed are consistent with the environment and are actioned appropriately
all observations are considered against the information/reasonable grounds that gave rise to the patrol
Records may include:
audio tapes
logs/running sheets
notebooks
photographs
video footage
Information may include:
addresses
business cards
invoices/bills of lading/or other documents
letters
maps/charts
names
photographs
reasonable grounds for search
telephone numbers
any combination of the above
Recorded may include recording in:
NIS
NESS
INTERCEPT reports
Patrol may be conducted in the following areas:
as defined by legislation and regulations
licensed depots
remote areas
tarmac
waterfront
Relevant personnel may include:
intelligence
managers/supervisors
research and analysis
staff in other agencies
staff in other work areas
targeting and analysis
colleagues
employees of other agencies
Legislation, regulations, policies and guidelines may include:
State and Territory legislation
Commonwealth legislation, such as:
Crimes Act 1914
Customs (Prohibited Exports) Regulations
Customs (Prohibited Imports) Regulations
Occupational Health & Safety Act 1988
Operating Directions and Explanatory Notes
enabling legislation such as:
Customs Act 1901 and regulations
Wildlife Protection Act 1982
organisational manuals and/or work area standard operating procedures
Equipment, other resources and assistance may include:
portable surveillance equipment
radio communications
vehicles
night vision devices (NVDs)
other agencies
navigation equipment:
maps
global positioning system (GPS)
compass.
health and safety equipment:
safety vests
hard hats
safety boots
intrinsically safe torches
marine
closed circuit television (CCTV)
Coastwatch
A thorough manner means:
consistent with the objective of the patrol:
all activities in the immediate area of operation are observed
all attainable information is gathered, recorded and disseminated
all activities observed are consistent with the environment and are actioned appropriately
all observations are considered against the information/reasonable grounds that gave rise to the patrol
Records may include:
audio tapes
logs/running sheets
notebooks
photographs
video footage
Information may include:
addresses
business cards
invoices/bills of lading/or other documents
letters
maps/charts
names
photographs
reasonable grounds for search
telephone numbers
any combination of the above
Recorded may include recording in:
NIS
NESS
INTERCEPT reports
The Evidence Guide specifies the evidence required to demonstrate achievement in the unit of competency as a whole. It must be read in conjunction with the Unit descriptor, Performance Criteria, the Range Statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Public Sector Training Package.
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPBORD302A Use border protection technology equipment
PSPETHC301B Uphold the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV301B Work effectively in the organisation
PSPGOV302B Contribute to workgroup activities
PSPGOV303B Build and maintain internal networks
PSPGOV307B Organise workplace information
PSPLEGN301B Comply with legislation in the public sector
PSPOHS301A Contribute to workplace safety
Overview of evidence requirements
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
conduct of patrols in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to the conduct of patrols
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of patrol situations likely to be encountered
Where and how to assess evidence
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when conducting patrols, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
conduct of patrols in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
demonstration
observation
portfolios
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
For consistency of assessment
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments
Units to be assessed together
Pre-requisite units that must be achieved prior to this unit:Nil
Co-requisite units that must be assessed with this unit:Nil
Co-assessed units that may be assessed with this unit to increase the efficiency and realism of the assessment process include, but are not limited to:
PSPBORD302A Use border protection technology equipment
PSPETHC301B Uphold the values and principles of public service
PSPGOV301B Work effectively in the organisation
PSPGOV302B Contribute to workgroup activities
PSPGOV303B Build and maintain internal networks
PSPGOV307B Organise workplace information
PSPLEGN301B Comply with legislation in the public sector
PSPOHS301A Contribute to workplace safety
Overview of evidence requirements
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of the Employability Skills as they relate to this unit (see Employability Summaries in Qualifications Framework)
conduct of patrols in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Resources required to carry out assessment
These resources include:
legislation, policy, procedures and protocols relating to the conduct of patrols
case studies and workplace scenarios to capture the range of patrol situations likely to be encountered
Where and how to assess evidence
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered when conducting patrols, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and breakdowns in routine
conduct of patrols in a range of (3 or more) contexts (or occasions, over time)
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, such as literacy, and the needs of particular groups, such as:
people with disabilities
people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
women
young people
older people
people in rural and remote locations
Assessment methods suitable for valid and reliable assessment of this competency may include, but are not limited to, a combination of 2 or more of:
demonstration
observation
portfolios
questioning
scenarios
simulation or role plays
authenticated evidence from the workplace and/or training courses
For consistency of assessment
Evidence must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWW58 | PSPBDR001 | Conduct patrols | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J277 | PSP30212 | Certificate III in Government (Border Protection) | Qualification |
| J284 | PSP40212 | Certificate IV in Government (Border Protection) | Qualification |