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Maintain the security of premises

Maintain the security of premises

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCSAS003
State Code
AUY66
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/08/2015
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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
10
Description
This unit describes the skills required to patrol premises, monitor security systems and respond to security alarm calls.This unit applies to those working in detention centres, correctional centres or prisons, community corrections offices, justice administration offices and on work sites where detainees, prisoners or offenders are under statutory supervision.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 monitoring premises.Those undertaking this unit work independently but regularly use familiar support resources to perform routine tasks in a moderate range of familiar and less familiar contexts. The unit requires basic analysis and communication skills. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Patrol premises
  • 1.1 Visit control points and make routine telephone or radio calls to control room according to procedures.
  • 1.2 Check security equipment for serviceability according to standard operating procedures.
  • 1.3 Identify and report faults and damage to security equipment.
  • 1.4 Monitor and identify risks to security during patrols and report observations.
2. Monitor security system
  • 2.1 Set and verify electronic security and protection systems.
  • 2.2 Report and record system malfunctions clearly and accurately and in the required format.
  • 2.3 Identify all signals received and take action according to response procedures.
  • 2.4 Maintain logbooks and reports in a clear, accurate and legible manner and in the required format.
3. Respond to security alarm calls
  • 3.1 Interpret all alarm signals correctly, identify sources and causes of alarms and notify authorised staff.
  • 3.2 Respond to alarms promptly and according to instructions and emergency procedures.
  • 3.3 Use and interpret codes and call signs correctly in all radio and telephone communication.
  • 3.4 Report incidents accurately and in the required format.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6009 CSCSAS203A Maintain the security of premises Unit of competency