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Conduct security screening using explosive trace detection equipment

Conduct security screening using explosive trace detection equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPSEC3129
State Code
OAP66
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/01/2019
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/05/2020
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
20/05/2020
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to conduct security screening of people using explosive trace detection (ETD) equipment. ETD equipment can detect and indicate by means of an alarm, the presence of a target amount of explosive material.It includes: checking, calibrating and operating EDT equipment following manufacturers’ specificationsusing sensitive spoken communication techniques to prepare people for ETD sampling, and using correct techniques to screen people and items using ETD equipmentmaintaining situational awareness and responding quickly to security risks and positive and negative ETD results.It applies to people working independently or under limited supervision as members of a security team.This unit may form part of the licensing requirements for people engaged in security operations in those states and territories where these are regulated activities.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for screening using ETD equipment.
  • 1.1 Review workplace procedures and policies to ensure compliance with legal rights and responsibilities when conducting security screening using ETD equipment.
  • 1.2 Follow manufacturers’ instructions to prepare, check and calibrate ETD equipment, and rectify or report problems to relevant persons.
2. Conduct ETD sampling and testing.
  • 2.1 Select person and items for ETD screening, and explain EDT screening procedures using interpersonal techniques and communication that accounts for individual social and cultural differences.
  • 2.2 Use an ETD wand to screen person and items following workplace procedures.
  • 2.3 Test sample using ETD equipment following workplace procedures.
3. Respond to sample results and potential security risks.
  • 3.1 Recognise positive and negative results and repeat testing following workplace procedures.
  • 3.2 Take appropriate action to respond to a double positive result, and request assistance from relevant persons.
  • 3.3 Monitor persons and items in the screening area to maintain situational awareness and to respond promptly to potential security risks.
  • 3.4 Record results of screening using ETD equipment using workplace documentation.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1375 CPPSEC1009A Apply Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) procedures Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEG6 CPP31318 Certificate III in Security Operations Qualification