Unit of competency Outline

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Conduct searches

Conduct searches

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCSAS022
State Code
OBO43
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
04/02/2020
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/03/2020
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
20/03/2020
Nominal Hours
15
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to search the environment, property and people to detect breaches of security, orders and safety.This unit applies to individuals working in detention centres, correctional centres and prisons and on work sites or in accommodation or activities where offenders are under statutory supervision requiring the prohibition of specific substances and objects. 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 searches. Statutory/legislative requirements apply to this unit and may vary across states and territories. Users are required to check with the relevant jurisdiction for current requirements.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Search environment and property
  • 1.1 Define the search operation and task information and communicate this to relevant people
  • 1.2 Use communication strategies to effectively convey search orders and procedures to ensure cooperation between search team members
  • 1.3 Establish the security of the environment and property in accordance with search procedures and safety considerations
  • 1.4 Identify and use the appropriate search equipment for the operation
  • 1.5 Conduct search in accordance with standard operating procedures
  • 1.6 Seize, record and secure unauthorised items in accordance with workplace policies and procedures and concern for the safety and welfare of all involved
  • 1.7 Return authorised items in the condition found
  • 1.8 Complete reports promptly, accurately and in the required format
2 Search people
  • 2.1 Monitor offenders and their contacts to detect unauthorised concealment
  • 2.2 Inform relevant people of the purpose and procedures to be used in searches
  • 2.3 Ensure searching of people complies with workplace policies and procedures and principles of humane care
  • 2.4 Seize, record and secure unauthorised items in accordance with workplace policies and procedures and concern for the safety and welfare of all involved
  • 2.5 Provide clear, accurate and comprehensive information to relevant people
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AUY94 CSCSAS010 Conduct searches Unit of competency