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Conduct search and seizure

Conduct search and seizure

Unit of competency
National Code
PSPREG037
State Code
ODX40
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
03/04/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
08/07/2022
Field of Education
091101 - Justice Administration
Original Release Date
08/07/2022
Nominal Hours
55
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct search and seizure activities. This unit applies to those working in public sector roles conducting regulatory activities. The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for search and seizure.
  • 1.1. Identify the purpose of the search and confirm powers under legislation, policies and procedures relating to the search.
  • 1.2. Make assessments of where evidence might be obtained.
  • 1.3. Verify or obtain authority to search and seize and advise of intention to search.
  • 1.4. Carry out operational planning to address the range of requirements for a search and seizure.
  • 1.5. Perform risk assessment to ensure the search and seizure can be conducted safely.
  • 1.6. Identify the need for assistance with the search and seizure and organise.
2. Implement search.
  • 2.1. Conduct search in accordance with standard operating procedures to ensure thorough and systematic process is used.
  • 2.2. Use equipment, technology and other resources.
  • 2.3. Undertake search in accordance with lead agency requirements, where assistance is obtained.
  • 2.4. Make records of the search process, items and evidence uncovered in the search, and subsequent action.
3. Conduct seizure.
  • 3.1. Consider alternatives to seizure and record and justify subsequent action.
  • 3.2. Seize or deal with evidence and any related information in accordance with legal requirements and standard operating procedures.
  • 3.3. Appraise, seize, record and receipt evidence in accordance with the rules of evidence.
  • 3.4. Remove, secure, and dispose of, if required, evidence in accordance with the rules of evidence.
  • 3.5. Protect the safety of self and others.
  • 3.6. Conduct seizure process, complying with the rules of evidence.
4. Complete post search activities.
  • 4.1. Record and disseminate outcomes of search and seizure activities to required personnel.
  • 4.2. Identify, record and implement required follow up actions.
  • 4.3. Address any third-party claims to title of seized items or property.
  • 4.4. Report damage to property during the search in accordance with organisational procedures.
5. Debrief search and seizure.
  • 5.1. Seek feedback on own role in search and seizure for continuous improvement.
  • 5.2. Evaluate search and seizure outcomes, processes and procedures and recommend and action improvements.
  • 5.3. Assess the value of assistance and joint operation relationships and teamwork and recommend and action improvements.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWT88 PSPREG009 Conduct search and seizure Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BHP1 PSP30122 Certificate III in Government Qualification