Unit of competency Outline
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Perform post-surveillance duties
Perform post-surveillance duties
Unit of competency
National Code
SFICOMP405C
SFICOMP405C
State Code
D9199
D9199
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
01/03/2012
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
01/03/2012
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency involves performing activities that occur on conclusion of the surveillance operation. This includes maintaining and storing surveillance equipment, preparing surveillance product in support of court proceedings or to other client needs, and disseminating information gathered during surveillance to the client.No licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Store and secure equipment
- 1.1. Equipment is stored.
- 1.2. Security of surveillance equipment is maintained when not in use.
- 1.3. Maintenance of equipment is conducted according to a maintenance schedule.
2. Prepare surveillance product to a standard that meets court requirements
- 2.1. Witness statements, photographs, video footage and surveillance exhibits are labelled and stored.
- 2.2. Information gathered during surveillance is disseminated to relevant parties.
- 2.3. Running sheets are adopted.
- 2.4. Continuity and security of surveillance product is maintained and acceptable for presentation in court.
3. Participate in debriefing session on the surveillance activity
- 3.1. Debriefing session is attended and information and feedback relating to the surveillance activity are provided, as required.
- 3.2. Contributions are made to the post-surveillance report commensurate with level of responsibility and involvement in the surveillance activity.
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.
Security ensures:
the prevention of loss or damage or compromise of equipment.
Adopted means:
the process of surveillance officers legally acknowledging the accuracy of an observation.
Continuity and security means:
management of surveillance product in accordance with accepted practice.
Post-surveillance report means:
a report prepared to the agreed format on any operational issues that may have emerged during the surveillance operation and which requires consideration with a view to subsequent action.
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.
Security ensures:
the prevention of loss or damage or compromise of equipment.
Adopted means:
the process of surveillance officers legally acknowledging the accuracy of an observation.
Continuity and security means:
management of surveillance product in accordance with accepted practice.
Post-surveillance report means:
a report prepared to the agreed format on any operational issues that may have emerged during the surveillance operation and which requires consideration with a view to subsequent action.
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.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
prepare surveillance product to a standard that meets jurisdictional and legal requirements. This will be obtained through the analysis of information gathered during surveillance activities.
Assessment must confirm knowledge of:
jurisdictional policies, procedures and laws relevant to surveillance operations and allowable evidence.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment is to be conducted at the workplace or in a simulated work environment.
Resources may include:
surveillance plan
scheduled maintenance program for surveillance equipment
running sheets
exhibits
surveillance equipment requiring maintenance, including manufacturer guidelines
work team.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
written post-surveillance reports
observation of participation in a debriefing session
observation of surveillance equipment maintenance activities
demonstration of preparation exhibits
assessment of possible improvements in surveillance activity.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed holistically with other units within a qualification.
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.
Overview of assessment
Critical aspects for assessment evidence required to demonstrate competence in this unit
Assessment must confirm the ability to:
prepare surveillance product to a standard that meets jurisdictional and legal requirements. This will be obtained through the analysis of information gathered during surveillance activities.
Assessment must confirm knowledge of:
jurisdictional policies, procedures and laws relevant to surveillance operations and allowable evidence.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Assessment is to be conducted at the workplace or in a simulated work environment.
Resources may include:
surveillance plan
scheduled maintenance program for surveillance equipment
running sheets
exhibits
surveillance equipment requiring maintenance, including manufacturer guidelines
work team.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
written post-surveillance reports
observation of participation in a debriefing session
observation of surveillance equipment maintenance activities
demonstration of preparation exhibits
assessment of possible improvements in surveillance activity.
Guidance information for assessment
This unit may be assessed holistically with other units within a qualification.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| S4211 | SFICOMP405B | Perform post-surveillance duties | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OAR87 | SFICPL405 | Perform post-surveillance duties | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D626 | SFI40411 | Certificate IV in Fisheries Compliance | Qualification |