Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 10:30 PM AWST
22/07/2026 10:30 PM AWST
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Conduct frisk search of persons
Conduct frisk search of persons
Unit of competency
National Code
AVIO2004B
AVIO2004B
State Code
WG967
WG967
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
20/03/2014
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
20/03/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit involves the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to conduct frisk searches of persons as part of screening processes in an aviation environment. This includes preparing for a frisk search, conducting a frisk search of a person, applying special frisk search methods, responding to detection of weapons or prohibited items during the frisk search and maintaining the required records of a frisk search.Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements are applicable to this unit.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Prepare for a frisk search
- 1.1 Legal powers to frisk search persons and associated workplace procedures are understood and applied
- 1.2 A frisk search is only conducted on persons of the same sex and with another appropriate person of the same sex present
- 1.3 The person to be searched is informed that frisk searches can be intrusive and may cover any part of the body, including but not limited to, the chest and groin
- 1.4 The permission of the person is obtained prior to conducting a frisk search, including the identification of a private area where the frisk search is to be conducted
- 1.5 Consent is recorded as per regulatory requirements and the organisation’s procedures
- 1.6 Organisational procedures are followed when a person refuses to be frisk searched
- 1.7 The person being searched is asked to remove any bulky over garments and any other items in their possession capable of being divested and these are separately checked by primary screening processes
2 Conduct a frisk search of a person
- 2.1 A frisk search of a person is carried out using the methods and techniques detailed in the organisation’s procedures and taking into account social or cultural differences
- 2.2 The frisk search is conducted by gently running open hands over the outer garments covering the relevant part of the person, to an extent sufficient to enable the screening officer to be satisfied that no prohibited items are located on the relevant part of the person
- 2.3 A hand-held metal detector is used to assist in identifying the area to be searched. This may include the sensitive areas of the person’s body
- 2.4 If the source of an alarm cannot be resolved due to it being in a sensitive area on the person, a more thorough and private search is conducted as per the organisation’s procedures including escorting the person to a private area (such as a search room) to identify and remove the source of the alarm
- 2.5 Correct work health and safety (WHS)/occupational health and safety (OHS) principles as per the organisation’s procedures are followed during the conduct of a frisk search of persons
- 2.6 Customer service principles as per the procedures and standards are applied throughout a frisk search of a person during the screening process
- 2.7 If cleared, the person is allowed to proceed to the sterile area
3 Apply special frisk search methods
- 3.1 Special screening methods and requirements are applied when conducting a frisk search of infants and children as per the organisation’s procedures
- 3.2 Special screening methods and requirements are applied when conducting a frisk search of disabled persons or other persons with special needs as per the organisation’s procedures
4 Respond to detection of weapons or prohibited items during the frisk search
- 4.1 In the event of discovery of weapons, and/or prohibited items during the frisk search, response occurs as per the organisation’s procedures
- 4.2 If detected, a prohibited item or weapon is handled and stored as per the organisation’s procedures
5 Maintain records of a frisk search
- 5.1 All records of the frisk search including written consents are maintained as per the organisation’s procedures
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance.
Applicable legislative requirements, regulations and codes may relate to:
the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 (and amendments)
the Aviation Transport Security Regulations 2005
the organisation’s transport security program as approved under the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004
Notices made under the Act and the Regulations
other Regulations relating to security screening at an airport
Organisational procedures or requirements may relate to:
applicable legislative requirements and aviation screening notices
access and equity policies, principles and practices
client service standards
code of conduct or ethics
communication and reporting procedures
complaint and dispute resolution procedures
emergency and evacuation procedures
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
equipment use and maintenance
WHS/OHS policies and procedures
own role, responsibility and authority
privacy and confidentiality
standard operating procedures for screening
The frisk searching of persons consists of:
the methods and techniques as described in the Aviation Screening Notices
Types of persons with special needs who may be being frisk searched include:
a person in a wheelchair who may or may not be able to stand unassisted
a person not in a wheelchair but who requires a walking aid
a person who is hearing impaired
a person with a prosthetic device, body brace or other medical device
a person who is vision impaired
a person who requires the assistance of a carer
a person who is accompanied by an assistance or companion animal (e.g. a guide dog)
a person who is vision impaired who needs to carry unusual electronic devices in their personal effects (for example Braille note taker).
A prohibited item is:
as described under the Regulation
A weapon is:
as described under the Regulation
Social and cultural differences may relate to:
dress and personal presentation
gender and gender identity
food preferences
language
religion
social conventions
traditional practices
values and beliefs
Applicable legislative requirements, regulations and codes may relate to:
the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004 (and amendments)
the Aviation Transport Security Regulations 2005
the organisation’s transport security program as approved under the Aviation Transport Security Act 2004
Notices made under the Act and the Regulations
other Regulations relating to security screening at an airport
Organisational procedures or requirements may relate to:
applicable legislative requirements and aviation screening notices
access and equity policies, principles and practices
client service standards
code of conduct or ethics
communication and reporting procedures
complaint and dispute resolution procedures
emergency and evacuation procedures
employer and employee rights and responsibilities
equipment use and maintenance
WHS/OHS policies and procedures
own role, responsibility and authority
privacy and confidentiality
standard operating procedures for screening
The frisk searching of persons consists of:
the methods and techniques as described in the Aviation Screening Notices
Types of persons with special needs who may be being frisk searched include:
a person in a wheelchair who may or may not be able to stand unassisted
a person not in a wheelchair but who requires a walking aid
a person who is hearing impaired
a person with a prosthetic device, body brace or other medical device
a person who is vision impaired
a person who requires the assistance of a carer
a person who is accompanied by an assistance or companion animal (e.g. a guide dog)
a person who is vision impaired who needs to carry unusual electronic devices in their personal effects (for example Braille note taker).
A prohibited item is:
as described under the Regulation
A weapon is:
as described under the Regulation
Social and cultural differences may relate to:
dress and personal presentation
gender and gender identity
food preferences
language
religion
social conventions
traditional practices
values and beliefs
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required knowledge and skills, the range statement and the assessment guidelines for this Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
demonstrate the ability to prepare a person for a frisk search, including obtaining permission of the person being searched and informing the person of the frisk search processes and procedures
conduct a frisk search of a person following correct techniques and procedures and in accordance with OHS principles
demonstrate the ability to apply special frisk search methods to infants or children and persons with special needs
demonstrate the ability to respond correctly to detection of weapons or prohibited items during the frisk search
maintain records of frisk searches in accordance with the organisation’s standard operating procedures.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In real environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Assessment for Passenger/Non-Passenger Screener and Checked Baggage Screener Roles
Assessment must:
be undertaken by a registered training organisation.
Assessment of knowledge must:
be conducted through written/oral assessments.
Practical assessment must:
be undertaken by a registered training organisation
occur in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to and satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria of this unit and include demonstration of applying:
demonstrate the ability to prepare a person for a frisk search, including obtaining permission of the person being searched and informing the person of the frisk search processes and procedures
conduct a frisk search of a person following correct techniques and procedures and in accordance with OHS principles
demonstrate the ability to apply special frisk search methods to infants or children and persons with special needs
demonstrate the ability to respond correctly to detection of weapons or prohibited items during the frisk search
maintain records of frisk searches in accordance with the organisation’s standard operating procedures.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Performance is demonstrated consistently over a period of time and in a suitable range of contexts.
Resources for assessment include:
a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or other simulated practical and knowledge assessment, and/or
access to an appropriate range of relevant operational situations in the workplace.
In real environments, access is required to:
relevant and appropriate materials and equipment, and
applicable documentation including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals.
Assessment for Passenger/Non-Passenger Screener and Checked Baggage Screener Roles
Assessment must:
be undertaken by a registered training organisation.
Assessment of knowledge must:
be conducted through written/oral assessments.
Practical assessment must:
be undertaken by a registered training organisation
occur in an appropriate range of situations in the workplace.
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWP32 | AVIO2004 | Conduct frisk search of persons | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J721 | AVI20713 | Certificate II in Aviation Transport Protection (Checked Baggage Screener) | Qualification |
| J720 | AVI20613 | Certificate II in Aviation Transport Protection (Passenger/Non-Passenger Screener) | Qualification |