Unit of competency Outline

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Respond to offenders influenced by drugs or alcohol

Respond to offenders influenced by drugs or alcohol

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCOFM006
State Code
AUZ32
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/08/2015
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/12/2015
Field of Education
090599 - Human Welfare Studies And Services, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
17/12/2015
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit describes the skills required to provide an immediate response to offenders affected by drugs or alcohol and reduce the possibility of harm to the offender or others.This unit applies to those working in a coordinated team to supervise offenders within a secure facility. Working as part of a coordinated team is integral to the role. Customisation will be required to accommodate the different work sites and defined work role contexts in which this unit will be applied. With contextualisation this unit may apply those working with non-offenders in other work environments.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, particularly those related to interaction with offenders, use of force and medical testing for drugs or alcohol.Those undertaking this unit work with moderate support in roles involving routine tasks with a number of familiar steps.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Provide an immediate response to offender's condition
  • 1.1 Assess the condition of offender through observation of external signs and responses.
  • 1.2 Place offender in a location designed to protect the safety and welfare of people involved.
  • 1.3 Monitor offender’s condition and behaviour and note all signs consistent with alcohol or drug use.
  • 1.4 Note signs that are not consistent with drug or alcohol use and report these immediately.
  • 1.5 Request emergency assistance where offender’s condition suggests the need for immediate medical attention based on emergency response criteria.
  • 1.6 Request medical support for substance testing and risk assessment.
  • 1.7 Monitor and record offender’s condition.
2. Reduce the possibility of harm
  • 2.1 Determine the need to use isolation and restraint according to risk assessment and organisational guidelines.
  • 2.2 Maintain a calm and confident manner in all contact with offenders affected by drugs and alcohol.
  • 2.3 Follow the organisation’s infection control guidelines in all actions to protect the safety of all people.
  • 2.4 Respond to emergencies according to emergency procedures and degree of urgency.
  • 2.5 Recruit specialist support immediately when indicated by offender’s condition and degree of risk.
  • 2.6 Complete incident reports.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S5967 CSCOFM303A Respond to offenders influenced by drugs or alcohol Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OBO50 CSCOFM029 Respond to offenders influenced by drugs or alcohol Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
AWI0 CSC30115 Certificate III in Correctional Practice Qualification