Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 9:04 PM AWST
22/07/2026 9:04 PM AWST
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Deliver road policing services
Deliver road policing services
Unit of competency
National Code
POLGEN034
POLGEN034
State Code
BBI00
BBI00
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/03/2018
Field of Education
091105 - Police Studies
Original Release Date
08/03/2018
Nominal Hours
0
Description
This unit describes the fundamental skills required to police roads in a safe and professional manner, including the ability to control traffic, enforce road safety, drive safely and understand police pursuits.This unit applies to those working in a policing environment, typically in a general duties role.The skills and knowledge described in this unit must be carried out within the legislative, regulatory and policy environment in which they are carried out. Organisational policies and procedures must be consulted and adhered to, particularly those related to work health and safety (WHS) / occupational health and safety (OHS), use of force and pursuits.Those undertaking this unit would primarily work independently or under limited supervision, while performing specific/specified tasks in a broad range of contexts. They would be required to apply decision making and problem-solving skills to interpret behaviours and develop solutions. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Control traffic
- 1.1 Use personal protective equipment (PPE) when controlling traffic
- 1.2 Coordinate traffic movement to minimise risks to safety of self, colleagues and public
2 Conduct road safety enforcement activities
- 2.1 Identify unsafe driver behaviour and traffic offences to determine response
- 2.2 Conduct vehicle stops and intercepts for enforcement activities
- 2.3 Detect potential offences using road policing equipment
3 Demonstrate safe driving
- 3.1 Perform pre-drive checks to establish vehicle’s operational readiness and safety
- 3.2 Apply safe driving techniques
- 3.3 Apply urgent duty driving techniques in accordance with changing conditions
4 Demonstrate an understanding of police pursuits
- 4.1 Identify response options to police pursuits in accordance with the circumstances
- 4.2 Apply safety considerations and restrictions associated with pursuits
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVN44 | POLGEN025 | Deliver road policing services | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OFE29 | POLGEN047 | Deliver road policing services | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BDQ4 | POL50118 | Diploma of Policing | Qualification |