Unit of competency Outline
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Perform mobile surveillance
Perform mobile surveillance
Unit of competency
National Code
SFICOMP406C
SFICOMP406C
State Code
D9200
D9200
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/03/2012
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
01/03/2012
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency involves performing mobile surveillance using foot, vehicle and alternative surveillance techniques. Alternative surveillance techniques include aerial and electronic surveillance, surveillance in remote areas and surveillance from/on public transport.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply to this unit. Therefore it will be necessary to check with the relevant state or territory regulators for current licensing, legislative or regulatory requirements before undertaking this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Maintain mobile surveillance
- 1.1. The subject is properly identified.
- 1.2. Officer and equipment are selected and prepared appropriate to the environment in which surveillance will be undertaken.
- 1.3. Surveillance of the subject is maintained according to operational requirements at all times.
- 1.4. The subject's movements are monitored under all conditions through appropriate observation positioning, including covering exit and entry points to the area.
- 1.5. Communications techniques and equipment are used according to operational requirements.
- 1.6. Running sheets are completed in the prescribed format and include accurate descriptions of subjects, vehicles and location.
- 1.7. Equipment and evidence is kept secure during the surveillance operation.
2. Maintain covert nature of surveillance operation
- 2.1. The covert nature of the surveillance is maintained using techniques appropriate for footand/orvehicle surveillance.
- 2.2. Surveillance positions are not compromised by the movement of officers during the period of observation.
- 2.3. Officers performing foot surveillance are recovered without compromise.
- 2.4. Equipment and documentation are concealed or disguised during surveillance operation.
3. Respond to changes in surveillance operation
- 3.1. Appropriate search techniques are applied following loss of subject.
- 3.2. The need for counter-surveillance and/or anti-surveillance techniques is recognised and appropriate actions selected and applied.
- 3.3. Timing and position of changeovers are managed to control surveillance of subject, security of officers and to ensure the covert nature of the operation.
- 3.4. The need for alternative surveillance techniques is identified and requested
- 3.5. Static surveillance positions are appropriately utilised to support mobile surveillance operation as determined by the surveillance plan or in response to changing requirements of the current operation.
RANGE STATEMENT
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Mobile surveillance may be:
from vehicle
from vessel
on foot
a combination of these methods.
Appropriate to the environment means taking into consideration:
location (e.g. city, beach, hotel, rural town and remote area)
selection of vehicle and any equipment being used as part of the cover
situation, including mode of dress
the aim/objective at the time.
Exit and entry points are:
the avenues open to a subject to arrive at or depart a specified location.
Communication techniques and equipment relate to:
appropriate selection and use of communication equipment
use of appropriate terminology.
Running sheets are:
a surveillance log in the prescribed format.
Secure means:
preventing the loss of equipment and unauthorised access to communications.
Covert nature means:
the subject or members of the public are unaware of the surveillance activity.
Appropriate techniques for foot surveillance may include:
appropriate control and use of movements and equipment so as to maintain the covert nature of the surveillance
appropriate positioning to observe the subject taking into account topography, location, cover and exit points the subjects could use
effective teamwork.
Appropriate techniques for vehicle surveillance may include:
appropriate control and discretion of vehicle movements
methods of vehicle interception so as to maintain the covert nature of the surveillance
selection of vehicle positions
the use of multiple vehicles
vehicles will be driven according to traffic regulations.
Counter-surveillance measures are:
techniques employed to identify and counteract surveillance without detection, such as:
acting naturally
counter-surveillance routes
developing and using area familiarisation.
Anti-surveillance techniques are:
techniques employed to identify surveillance.
Changeovers refer to:
the movement of officers between surveillance duties.
Alternative surveillance techniques may include:
aerial and electronic surveillance
public transport
surveillance in a remote area.
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, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Mobile surveillance may be:
from vehicle
from vessel
on foot
a combination of these methods.
Appropriate to the environment means taking into consideration:
location (e.g. city, beach, hotel, rural town and remote area)
selection of vehicle and any equipment being used as part of the cover
situation, including mode of dress
the aim/objective at the time.
Exit and entry points are:
the avenues open to a subject to arrive at or depart a specified location.
Communication techniques and equipment relate to:
appropriate selection and use of communication equipment
use of appropriate terminology.
Running sheets are:
a surveillance log in the prescribed format.
Secure means:
preventing the loss of equipment and unauthorised access to communications.
Covert nature means:
the subject or members of the public are unaware of the surveillance activity.
Appropriate techniques for foot surveillance may include:
appropriate control and use of movements and equipment so as to maintain the covert nature of the surveillance
appropriate positioning to observe the subject taking into account topography, location, cover and exit points the subjects could use
effective teamwork.
Appropriate techniques for vehicle surveillance may include:
appropriate control and discretion of vehicle movements
methods of vehicle interception so as to maintain the covert nature of the surveillance
selection of vehicle positions
the use of multiple vehicles
vehicles will be driven according to traffic regulations.
Counter-surveillance measures are:
techniques employed to identify and counteract surveillance without detection, such as:
acting naturally
counter-surveillance routes
developing and using area familiarisation.
Anti-surveillance techniques are:
techniques employed to identify surveillance.
Changeovers refer to:
the movement of officers between surveillance duties.
Alternative surveillance techniques may include:
aerial and electronic surveillance
public transport
surveillance in a remote area.
EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit
Assessment must confirm ability to:
work with a team to carry out covert surveillance by applying vehicle and/or foot surveillance techniques under operational conditions.
Assessment must confirm knowledge of:
jurisdictional policies, procedures and laws relevant to surveillance operations and allowable evidence.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment is to be conducted at the workplace or in a simulated work environment.
Resources may include:
surveillance equipment relevant to vehicle and foot surveillance
surveillance plan (real or case study)
running sheets
work team.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
analysis of running sheet
oral questions
observation of foot and vehicle surveillance techniques used in workplace or simulated situations.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed holistically with other units within a qualification.
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit
Assessment must confirm ability to:
work with a team to carry out covert surveillance by applying vehicle and/or foot surveillance techniques under operational conditions.
Assessment must confirm knowledge of:
jurisdictional policies, procedures and laws relevant to surveillance operations and allowable evidence.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment is to be conducted at the workplace or in a simulated work environment.
Resources may include:
surveillance equipment relevant to vehicle and foot surveillance
surveillance plan (real or case study)
running sheets
work team.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
analysis of running sheet
oral questions
observation of foot and vehicle surveillance techniques used in workplace or simulated situations.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed holistically with other units within a qualification.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S4212 | SFICOMP406B | Perform mobile surveillance | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAR85 | SFICPL406 | Perform mobile surveillance | Unit of competency |
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|---|---|---|---|
| D626 | SFI40411 | Certificate IV in Fisheries Compliance | Qualification |