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.
Legislative requirements may relate to:
apprehension and powers of arrest
Australian standards and quality assurance requirements
counter-terrorism
crowd control and control of persons under the influence of intoxicating substances
force continuum, use of force guidelines
general 'duty of care' responsibilities
inspection of people and property, and search and seizure of goods
licensing or certification requirements
privacy and confidentiality
relevant commonwealth, state and territory legislation, codes and national standards for:
anti-discrimination
cultural and ethnic diversity
environmental issues
equal employment opportunity
industrial relations
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS)
relevant industry codes of practice
telecommunications
trespass and the removal of persons
use of restraints and weapons:
batons
firearms
handcuffs
spray.
Organisational requirements may relate to:
access and equity policies, principles and practices
business and performance plans
client service standards
code of conduct, code of ethics
communication and reporting procedures
complaint and dispute resolution procedures
emergency and evacuation procedures
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
OHS policies, procedures and programs
own role, responsibility and authority
personal and professional development
privacy and confidentiality of information
quality assurance and continuous improvement processes and standards
resource parameters and procedures
roles, functions and responsibilities of security personnel
storage and disposal of information.
Equipment may include:
business equipment
calculators
ergonomically appropriate chair
facsimile machines
standard commercial computer software and hardware
communications equipment
telephone and mobile phone
telephone headset
pager
portable and mounted two-way radio
electronic alarm systems
screening equipment
walk through metal detector
hand held wand
security equipment
electronic screening equipment
video cameras and monitors.
vehicles
cars
vans
motorcycles.
xray equipment.
Work tasksmight relate to:
control of exit from and access to premises
crowd control
escort of people and valuables
preparing documents and reports
responding to alarms
routine security monitoring of premises
screening of property and people.
Pre-operational checksmay involve:
basic repairs and adjustments
checking log books and maintenance register
cleaning, priming and tightening procedures
minor vehicle maintenance eg checks to oil, water, fuel and tyre pressure
observing and monitoring noise levels for correct operation
reading and interpreting manufacturer's instructions.
Relevant personsmay include:
colleagues
equipment manufacturers
security consultants
security personnel
supervisor
technical staff.
Personal protection equipmentmay include:
body armour
breathing apparatus
fire extinguisher
first aid kit
gloves
head protection
knee pads
masks
protective shield
safety boots
safety glasses.
Documentationmay include:
equipment faults and diagnosis
materials used, parts and components replaced
operational reports
recommended repairs or disposal of equipment
repairs and servicing undertaken
testing and inspection results
written and electronic reports.

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:
conducting pre-operational checks of a range of basic security equipment
operating a range of security equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and safety requirements
accurately identifying and reporting operational faults and deficiencies in a range of security equipment
maintaining a safe and tidy work environment
selecting and using appropriate tools and materials to carry out routine maintenance procedures on a range of security equipment.
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 plain English version of relevant statutes and procedures
access to a registered provider of assessment services
access to a suitable venue and equipment
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 could be assessed using the following methods of assessment:
observation of processes and procedures
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 and written assessment should be used to assess underpinning knowledge.
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.