Elements and Performance Criteria

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.
Assignment instructions may include:
client identification information
incident and security risk response procedures
investigation purpose and objective
investigation tasks and procedures
investigation timeframe
personal presentation requirements
premises location and layout
reporting and documentation requirements
resource and equipment requirements
surveillance plan
travel routes and schedules.
Relevant informationmay include:
applicable legislation and codes of practice
log books
maintenance schedules
manufacturer's instructions
operational plans
operator manual
summary of case history
surveillance terms of reference.
Legislative requirementsmay relate to:
applicable commonwealth, state and territory legislation which affects investigative work such as:
workplace safety
environmental issues
equal employment opportunity
industrial relations
anti-discrimination and diversity
Australian standards and quality assurance
authority to conduct investigation
award and enterprise agreements
evidence collection
freedom of information
licensing arrangements and certification requirements
privacy requirements
relevant industry codes of practice
restrictions on the use of recording devices
surveillance and listening devices.
Factors which may affect vehicle selection may include:
area and distance of operation (eg city, suburbs, country)
cost
personal requirements
range of likely uses
surveillance requirements.
Relevant personsmay include:
manufacturer or car dealer
police
security personnel
supervisor
technical specialist.
Pre-operational checksmay involve:
checking log books and maintenance schedule
cleaning, basic repairs and adjustments
identification and segregation of unsafe or faulty equipment for repair or replacement
observing and monitoring noise levels for correct operation
roadworthiness check (age, condition, insurances, licenses and registration)
visual checks for wear and tear.
Manufacturer's instructionsmay be found in:
operator's manual
plans and diagrams
printed instruction leaflets
vehicle
vehicle specifications
warranty documents.
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements may relate to:
potential hazards or risks
safety of self and others.
Consumables and sparesmay include:
brake fluid
fuel
spare tyre
water.
Suitability of vehiclemay relate to:
curtains
number plates
paint colour
paint style
radio antennas
roof racks
sporting and tradesmen accessories
wheel covers
window tinting.
Surveillancemay be:
covert
mobile
overt
static.
Surveillance equipmentmay include:
35mm camera
binoculars
diary, note pads and pens
guise, torch, mirrors
measuring tape
mobile phone
night vision equipment
personal hygiene aids
telephone directories, maps, street directories
telephoto lens
tripod
video camera
voice recorders.
Storesmay include:
changes of clothing
disguises
electrical adaptation
food and water
open tool box
personal protective equipment
props (books and magazines, salespersons samples, sporting gear)
repair equipment
toilet fittings.

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.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
selecting and safely operating and stocking a surveillance vehicle and equipment to complete investigative activities within required timeframes and assignment instructions
checking suitability of vehicle for surveillance activities and configuring internal layout to safely secure required equipment and stores
carrying out regular safety checks of vehicle, performing routine maintenance, reporting faults for repair
identifying, interpreting and complying with licensing, legal and procedural requirements for operation of a surveillance vehicle.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment includes:
a setting in the workplace or environment that simulates the conditions of performance described in the elements, performance criteria and range statement.
Resource implications for assessment include:
access to a registered provider of assessment services
access to a suitable venue and equipment
access to plain English version of relevant statutes and procedures
assessment instruments including personal planner and assessment record book
work schedules, organisational policies and duty statements.
Reasonable adjustments must be made to assessment processes where required for people with disabilities. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Method of assessment
This unit of competency should be assessed using questioning of underpinning knowledge and skills.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and suitable to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the competency being assessed. In all cases where practical assessment is used, it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Oral questioning or written assessment may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a choice between oral questioning and written assessment, questions are to be identical.
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.