Elements and Performance Criteria

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.
Assignment instructions may include:
client identification information
incident and security risk response procedures
investigation purpose and objective
investigation tasks and procedures
investigation timeframe
personal presentation requirements
premises location and layout
reporting and documentation requirements
resource and equipment requirements
surveillance plan
travel routes and schedules.
Information gathering activitiesmay include:
mobile and static foot surveillance
mobile and static vehicle surveillance
use of 35mm camera
use of electronic surveillance equipment
use of video equipment.
Equipment for information gathering may include:
audible and visual warning devices
binoculars, telephoto lens, tripod
detection devices
electronic counter surveillance equipment
electronic readers and recognition controls
infra-red, night vision equipment
measuring tape
mirrors
mobile phone and other means of communication
scanners
spares and consumables (notepads, guise, pens, film, batteries, licences, street maps, telephone directories, light bulbs, credit cards, cash, protective clothing, public transport tickets, vehicle fuel)
torch
videos, cameras, recorders
voice recorders.
Legislative requirementsmay relate to:
applicable commonwealth, state and territory legislation which affects investigative work such as:
workplace safety
environmental issues
equal employment opportunity
industrial relations
anti-discrimination and diversity
Australian standards and quality assurance
authority to conduct investigation
award and enterprise agreements
evidence collection
freedom of information
licensing arrangements and certification requirements
privacy requirements
relevant industry codes of practice
restrictions in the use of recording devices
surveillance and listening devices
trade practices.
Sourcesof information gathering equipmentmay include:
data
distributor
internal records
manufacturer
market availability
organisational stores
publications such as industry newsletters, advertising brochures, magazines, professional association magazines
retailer.
Routine pre-operational checksmay include:
checking log books and maintenance schedule
cleaning, priming, tightening, basic repairs and adjustments
identification and segregation of unsafe or faulty equipment for repair or replacement
observing and monitoring noise levels for correct operation
visual checks for wear and tear.
Manufacturer's instructionsmay be found in:
attached to the equipment
equipment specifications
operator manual
plans and diagrams
printed instruction leaflets
warranty documents.
Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) issues may relate to:
potential or existing hazards or risks
safety of self and others.
Documentationmay include:
computer-based information
diary logs
inventory
maintenance records
original and back-up tapes
original, copy and negative film or photographs
record of usage of equipment (written, card, electronic).

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
selecting information gathering equipment appropriate to the investigative operation based on information gathered and a review of client and assignment instructions
carrying out pre-operational checks and identifying and reporting faulty, malfunctioning or damaged equipment for repair or replacement
safely and effectively operating a range of information gathering equipment in compliance with applicable legislative and licensing requirements
Cleaning, maintaining and storing information gathering equipment and completing and maintaining associated records and documentation.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment includes:
a setting in the workplace or environment that simulates the conditions of performance described in the elements, performance criteria and range statement.
Resource implications for assessment include:
access to a registered provider of assessment services
access to a suitable venue and equipment
access to plain English version of relevant statutes and procedures
assessment instruments including personal planner and assessment record book
work schedules, organisational policies and duty statements.
Reasonable adjustments must be made to assessment processes where required for people with disabilities. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support.
Method of assessment
This unit of competency should be assessed using questioning of underpinning knowledge and skills.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and suitable to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the competency being assessed. In all cases where practical assessment is used, it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Oral questioning or written assessment may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a choice between oral questioning and written assessment, questions are to be identical.
Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff.