Unit of competency Outline
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23/07/2026 7:44 PM AWST
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Use and maintain operational equipment
Use and maintain operational equipment
Unit of competency
National Code
PUAPOL005B
PUAPOL005B
State Code
D3784
D3784
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/10/2010
Field of Education
030717 - Plant And Machine Operations
Original Release Date
18/10/2010
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit covers the competency to safely use and, where required, maintain administrative and general field based police equipment.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1 Use office equipment to produce, store and transmit documents
- 1.1 Requisite documentation is accurately produced, copied, filed, stored, transmitted and disposed of in accordance with organisational guidelines
- 1.2 User facilitated equipment maintenance/service tasks are carried out according to manufacturer's specifications and organisational policy
- 1.3 Equipment and document security procedures are complied with
- 1.4 Breakdowns and faults are reported as per organisational procedures
2 Use police communications equipment
- 2.1 Police communication equipment is used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and organisational guidelines
- 2.2 Correct radio/telephone procedures and phonetic alphabet are used when communicating
- 2.3 Appropriate, concise and accurate language is used at all times
3 Utilise computer technology to assist in the completion of tasks
- 3.1 Computing equipment is used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and organisational guidelines
- 3.2 Security of information and equipment is undertaken in accordance with organisational guidelines
- 3.3 Computer applications appropriate to the specialised area's tasks are used effectively to achieve work tasks
4 Use and maintain personal accoutrements
- 4.1 Accoutrements are at all times used strictly in accordance with jurisdictional laws, policy and guidelines
- 4.2 Accoutrements are, at all times, used with due regard to personal safety and that of others
- 4.3 Organisational requirements for weapons skills maintenance are complied with
- 4.4 Maintenance of accoutrements is undertaken in accordance with required organisational procedures and any losses, damage and/or faults immediately reported to the appropriate officer
- 4.5 Documentation relating to accoutrements use is accurately prepared and submitted in accordance with organisational requirements
5 Use and operate basic safety equipment
- 5.1 Safety equipment is operated correctly and maintained in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and organisational policy and procedures
- 5.2 Safety equipment is cleaned, returned and stored in accordance with organisational requirements
- 5.3 Faults, breakdowns and/or deficiencies in safety clothing and equipment are immediately reported to responsible officer
6 Drive and control vehicles in operational settings
- 6.1 Vehicle is prepared for operational use in accordance with organisation's policies and procedures
- 6.2 Vehicle is operated in accordance with environmental conditions, operational requirements and vehicle sympathy
- 6.3 Organisational requirements for emergency and operational driving are complied with
Office equipment should cover the complete range of general administrative equipment normally found in Police Stations may include
computer systems for document production
data storage and retrieval
typewriters
printers/photocopiers
facsimiles
filing cabinets
Maintenance/service tasks may include
use of computer covers and cleaning equipment
changing ink/toner cartridges in printers/photocopiers
installing paper and fax rolls
clearing paper jams
Security procedures for ensuring security of documentation and equipment may include
access restrictions to equipment through passwords
log-in codes
equipment locks
restricted areas
Breakdowns and faults to be considered may include
computer system software/hardware failures
physical damage to equipment
poor print quality
and may require reporting to the organisation's 'IT Helpline' or the officer delegated to handle such matters
Communication equipment may include
police radios (mobile and 'in car')
'in car' computer systems
loud hailers/PA systems
telephones (fixed and mobile)
Appropriate language
Appropriate language is that language style sanctioned by an organisation via its operational procedures manual
Interview and evidence-recording equipment may include
audiotape recorders
video cameras and recording equipment
SLR cameras authorised by the organisation for the purposes of recording interviews, statements etc that can be tendered as evidence
In some organisations interview and evidence recording equipment may also include basic fingerprinting equipment Use of the equipment should also cover the authorisation, storage and filing of tapes/film (original and duplicates)
Accoutrements may include
standard/general issue batons
handcuffs
service revolver/pistols and other organisationally sanctioned/legal personal protection devices such as Oleo-Capsicum Sprays
Due consideration and regard may include
quick and accurate analysis of the situational risks present
quick and accurate analysis of the risks arising from the application of available/potential response strategies
determining and implementing the response that will maximise the safety and security for all concerned
Basic safety equipment in the context of this unit may include
wet weather and protective clothing including reflective safety vests
rubber gloves
protective glasses
riot shields/helmets and face masks, etc.
light wands, portable flashing lights, reflective and illuminated signs, hand held spotlights
safety barriers, 'witches hats' and may be used in a variety of incident settings such as: traffic accidents, hazardous material spillages, etc
crowd control at sporting events, rallies, demonstrations, blockades, etc.
mobile RBT stations, mobile vehicle inspection/search sites, etc
in support of other emergency service agencies such as at natural disasters, fires
Computer applications may include
specific computer applications
word processing
data entry and/or retrieval such as NEPI or COPS
Vehicle preparation include
checking the vehicle for safe operation
ensuring appropriate equipment is available
checking emergency equipment is operational
Environmental considerations may include
terrain
weather conditions
traffic density
lighting
road surface
Vehicle sympathy may include
vehicle movements are within limitations and in line with manufacturer's specification
computer systems for document production
data storage and retrieval
typewriters
printers/photocopiers
facsimiles
filing cabinets
Maintenance/service tasks may include
use of computer covers and cleaning equipment
changing ink/toner cartridges in printers/photocopiers
installing paper and fax rolls
clearing paper jams
Security procedures for ensuring security of documentation and equipment may include
access restrictions to equipment through passwords
log-in codes
equipment locks
restricted areas
Breakdowns and faults to be considered may include
computer system software/hardware failures
physical damage to equipment
poor print quality
and may require reporting to the organisation's 'IT Helpline' or the officer delegated to handle such matters
Communication equipment may include
police radios (mobile and 'in car')
'in car' computer systems
loud hailers/PA systems
telephones (fixed and mobile)
Appropriate language
Appropriate language is that language style sanctioned by an organisation via its operational procedures manual
Interview and evidence-recording equipment may include
audiotape recorders
video cameras and recording equipment
SLR cameras authorised by the organisation for the purposes of recording interviews, statements etc that can be tendered as evidence
In some organisations interview and evidence recording equipment may also include basic fingerprinting equipment Use of the equipment should also cover the authorisation, storage and filing of tapes/film (original and duplicates)
Accoutrements may include
standard/general issue batons
handcuffs
service revolver/pistols and other organisationally sanctioned/legal personal protection devices such as Oleo-Capsicum Sprays
Due consideration and regard may include
quick and accurate analysis of the situational risks present
quick and accurate analysis of the risks arising from the application of available/potential response strategies
determining and implementing the response that will maximise the safety and security for all concerned
Basic safety equipment in the context of this unit may include
wet weather and protective clothing including reflective safety vests
rubber gloves
protective glasses
riot shields/helmets and face masks, etc.
light wands, portable flashing lights, reflective and illuminated signs, hand held spotlights
safety barriers, 'witches hats' and may be used in a variety of incident settings such as: traffic accidents, hazardous material spillages, etc
crowd control at sporting events, rallies, demonstrations, blockades, etc.
mobile RBT stations, mobile vehicle inspection/search sites, etc
in support of other emergency service agencies such as at natural disasters, fires
Computer applications may include
specific computer applications
word processing
data entry and/or retrieval such as NEPI or COPS
Vehicle preparation include
checking the vehicle for safe operation
ensuring appropriate equipment is available
checking emergency equipment is operational
Environmental considerations may include
terrain
weather conditions
traffic density
lighting
road surface
Vehicle sympathy may include
vehicle movements are within limitations and in line with manufacturer's specification
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in observance of all safety principles for self and others
Equipment is used in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and manufacturer's guidelines and complies with OH&S legislation
Consistency in performance
Evidence of competency in this unit will need to be gathered over time and from across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environment. In the case of weapons and 'use of force' equipment, assessment should be undertaken in simulated workplace settings
Specific resources for assessment
Access to equipment identified within the Range Statement
Access to weapons firing ranges
Guidance information for assessment
Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.
It is essential for this unit that competence be demonstrated in observance of all safety principles for self and others
Equipment is used in accordance with organisational policies and procedures and manufacturer's guidelines and complies with OH&S legislation
Consistency in performance
Evidence of competency in this unit will need to be gathered over time and from across a range of simulated or actual workplace situations
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Context of assessment
Evidence should be gathered over a period of time in a range of actual or simulated workplace environment. In the case of weapons and 'use of force' equipment, assessment should be undertaken in simulated workplace settings
Specific resources for assessment
Access to equipment identified within the Range Statement
Access to weapons firing ranges
Guidance information for assessment
Information that will assist or guide assessment will be written during Phase II of the Review of the PUA00 Public Safety Training Package.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S1602 | PUAPOL005A | Use and maintain operational equipment | Unit of competency |
