Unit of competency Outline

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Contain incidents that jeopardise safety and security

Contain incidents that jeopardise safety and security

Unit of competency
National Code
CSCSAS005
State Code
AUZ00
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
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
30
Description
This unit describes the skills required to respond to and contain incidents that jeopardise safety and security.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. With contextualisation this unit may apply to those working in other work environments.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 security.Those undertaking this unit work independently with support to perform routine tasks in a moderate range of familiar and less familiar contexts. The role requires teamwork, communication and simple inferencing skills. No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Respond to incidents
  • 1.1 Identify the possible causes of incidents and assess them for relevance to the security and safety of people and the environment.
  • 1.2 Respond to incidents confidently and appropriately, according to agreed procedures.
  • 1.3 Request assistance clearly and promptly.
  • 1.4 Use security equipment and technology according to instructions and procedures.
2. Contain incidents
  • 2.1 Monitor situation for potential causes of conflict and harmful behaviour.
  • 2.2 Use communication and negotiation strategies that prevent escalation of incidents.
  • 2.3 Provide clear, accurate and comprehensive information to assist decision making.
  • 2.4 Select response and action designed to minimise risk and preserve the safety and security of all involved.
  • 2.5 Apply necessary level of force that complies with organisational policy to establish control and maintain security.
  • 2.6 Provide accurate and clear reports promptly.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
S6011 CSCSAS205A Contain incidents that jeopardise safety and security Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OEJ01 CSCSAS025 Contain incidents that jeopardise safety and security Unit of competency