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Command operational groups

Command operational groups

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPBDR012
State Code
AWW52
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
07/03/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
21/07/2016
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
21/07/2016
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to command operational groups within a compliance or law enforcement operational environment. It includes preparing and planning for the group’s role in the operation, communicating the plan to group members, and conducting operations and post operation processes.This unit applies to those working within operational groups in a compliance or law enforcement environment.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be applied within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to.Those undertaking this unit would work independently supervising others, performing complex tasks in a broad range of contexts.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare and plan for the group’s role in the operation
  • 1.1 Clarify tasks relevant to the group with the operation commander.
  • 1.2 Issue warning order to group members.
  • 1.3 Gather all relevant information, including that gained from a planned reconnaissance, when required.
  • 1.4 Plan the operation using operational command principles and the appreciation process.
  • 1.5 Confirm plan and obtain endorsement from the operation commander.
2. Communicate the plan to group members
  • 2.1 Produce written orders in the operational command format.
  • 2.2 Issue oral orders to group members in accordance with standing operating procedures.
3. Conduct operations
  • 3.1 Deploy resources in the area of operations according to the plan.
  • 3.2 Maintain the group under command and control for the duration of the operation.
  • 3.3 Monitor situation and resources to ensure attainment of the mission.
  • 3.4 Respond to situational and resource changes by redeploying resources to achieve the group mission.
4. Conduct post-operation processes
  • 4.1 Conduct the group debrief in accordance with standing operating procedures.
  • 4.2 Make contributions to the operational debrief in accordance with standing operating procedures.
  • 4.3 Make contributions to the post-operation report by providing relevant information on group activities.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
C8080 PSPBORD407A Command operational groups Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
ODX04 PSPBDR017 Command operational groups Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AZX9 PSP40116 Certificate IV in Government Qualification