Unit of competency Outline

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Maintain security

Maintain security

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCSAS001
State Code
AUZ27
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
2.00
Current Release Date
25/01/2021
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
17/12/2015
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
17/12/2015
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit describes the skills required to follow security procedures and maintain security of information.This unit applies to those working in detention centres, correctional centres or prisons, community corrections officers, justice administration offices and on work sites where detainees or offenders are under statutory supervision. With contextualisation this unit may apply to those working 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 security.Those undertaking this unit work with moderate support at all times and undertake tasks with a limited number of familiar steps.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Follow security procedures
  • 1.1 Identify all security and emergency procedures relevant to own work role.
  • 1.2 Implement relevant security procedures according to the level of risk.
  • 1.3 Alert work group members and relevant personnel using appropriate equipment and terminology for emergency warnings.
  • 1.4 Report potential breaches of security and/or faults to appropriate authority.
  • 1.5 Participate in the routine review of security procedures and responses according to own level of responsibility.
2 Maintain security of information
  • 2.1 Maintain up-to-date and accurate records in a form accessible to authorised personnel.
  • 2.2 Relay relevant information to authorised personnel on the movement and circumstances of offenders.
  • 2.3 Respond to requests for information promptly and according to agreed procedures, ensuring information is accurate, relevant and complete.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6007 CSCSAS201A Maintain security Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEI98 CSCSAS028 Maintain security Unit of competency