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Interpret electronic information from advanced technology security systems

Interpret electronic information from advanced technology security systems

Unit of competency
National Code
CPPSEC4009
State Code
OBI76
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
30/09/2019
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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
6
Description
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to interpret electronic information while operating advanced technology security systems. It includes identifying and responding to security risk situations, maintaining operational performance of systems and backing-up systems and data.This unit is suitable for those using specialised knowledge to complete routine and non-routine tasks and using their own judgement to deal with predictable and sometimes unpredictable problems.Legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply in some states and territories to the provision of advice on security solutions, strategies, protocols and procedures. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Evaluate electronic information from advanced technology security system.
  • 1.1 Access and interpret key requirements of legislation, regulations and workplace policies and procedures and apply to work instructions to ensure compliance.
  • 1.2 Operate and monitor security system in accordance with manufacturers’ instructions.
  • 1.3 Receive electronic data and verify source and authenticity.
  • 1.4 Cross-check security system with companion monitoring systems to ensure accurate and consistent information exchange.
  • 1.5 Interpret and evaluate received electronic security information in accordance with workplace requirements.
2 Respond to security risk situations.
  • 2.1 Identify and assess potential security risk situation from received electronic information.
  • 2.2 Accurately input data to implement a prompt and effective security response.
  • 2.3 Vary security response to respond to changing circumstances and request additional support or specialist advice required to ensure safety and security of people and property.
  • 2.4 Monitor security response while maintaining continual information exchange with relevant persons.
  • 2.5 Record and report security response information to relevant persons.
3 Maintain advanced technology security system.
  • 3.1 Monitor and test security system to confirm performance is within defined operating guidelines.
  • 3.2 Implement preventative or breakdown maintenance procedures following manufacturers’ instructions.
  • 3.3 Identify and report actual or suspected faults or deficiencies in security system.
  • 3.4 Implement back-up procedures to maintain integrity of security system and data.
  • 3.5 Complete and secure security response and system maintenance documentation in accordance with workplace and regulatory requirements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D1459 CPPSEC4009A Interpret information from advanced security equipment Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BEW9 CPP40719 Certificate IV in Security Management Qualification
BEW8 CPP41519 Certificate IV in Security Risk Analysis Qualification