Unit of competency Outline
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Plan and monitor escorts
Plan and monitor escorts
Unit of competency
National Code
CSCTRA401A
CSCTRA401A
State Code
S6029
S6029
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
04/07/2014
Field of Education
099905 - Security Services
Original Release Date
04/07/2014
Nominal Hours
30
Description
This unit of competency describes the outcomes required to escort prisoners to protect the safety and welfare of the prisoner and the public and to ensure that the prisoner has access to the services specified in the purpose of the journey. Escorts may be for the purpose of court attendance, medical treatment, compassionate and family visits, employment programs, attendance at specialist services, interstate transfers, location transfers, and attendance at hearings and inquiries.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1Prepare for an escort.
- 1.1 Develop escort plans and duties from prisoner transfer information.
- 1.2 Identify and assign resources, personnel and equipment needed for the escort according to escort purpose, escort plans and escort procedures.
- 1.3 Ensure that vehicles and equipment are checked for availability and serviceability.
- 1.4 Check information on the warrants or movement orders for specific requirements and for accuracy and consistency with escort plans.
- 1.5 Confirm that route plans, itinerary and timetables ensure the safest and most time-effective movements.
- 1.6 Provide prisoners and team members with information designed to promote cooperation and understanding, and reduce stress and mistakes.
2Supervise escorts.
- 2.1 Confirm prisoner identity and information against documentation and according to procedures.
- 2.2 Confirm that property is received and checked according to procedures.
- 2.3 Complete the loading, search and restraint of prisoners according to procedures.
- 2.4 Check and confirm itinerary and route against movement plans and special needs and adjustments.
- 2.5 Maintain communication with base and locations using communication equipment.
- 2.6 Complete reports and documentation clearly and accurately and in the format and time required.
- 2.7 Delegate tasks required by the assignment in the time and manner required.
- 2.8 Transfer prisoners, property and files to receiving agencies to ensure the continuation of care and security.
3Protect prisoners and the public.
- 3.1 Monitor the safety and welfare of prisoners using vehicle surveillance equipment and dynamic security methods.
- 3.2 Maintain supervision of prisoners during approved and authorised activities according to procedures.
- 3.3 Monitor the health and safety of prisoners according to procedures and duty of care.
- 3.4 Anticipate and assess the impact of vehicle and equipment breakdowns and mechanical problems, and report incidents according to the urgency of problems and contingency plans.
- 3.5 Use conflict management strategies to minimise risk to safety and welfare, disruption to the itinerary and escalation of conflict.
- 3.6 Ensure that response to accidents, injuries, damage and incidents maintains the safety, security and welfare of staff, prisoners and the public.
- 3.7 Report incidents promptly according to the nature and urgency of the incident.
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 in the performance criteria is detailed below. Add any 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.
Escort purpose covers a range of reasons an escort may be required and may include:
prisoner transfers
attendance at court
compassionate visits
interstate transfers
inter-prison transfers
inter-agency transfers
hospitalisation
special leave
attendance at special services
community work programs.
Escort purpose covers a range of reasons an escort may be required and may include:
prisoner transfers
attendance at court
compassionate visits
interstate transfers
inter-prison transfers
inter-agency transfers
hospitalisation
special leave
attendance at special services
community work programs.
The Evidence Guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, the range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for this Training Package.
Overview of assessment
Evidence for assessment must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of employability skills as they relate to this unit
ability to plan and monitor escort processes in a range of (two or more) contexts or occasions, over time.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit contains a wide range of variables to reflect the diverse nature of escort services provided in and for correctional services. Selection from the range of variables will reflect the specific requirements of the work site and the defined work role.
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a license to drive the vehicles used in prison escorts
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered by an individual responsible for planning and monitoring escorts as part of a coordinated team, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine
copies of legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to planning and monitoring escorts
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of performance in routine workplace activities within a range of agreed responsibilities and in various work locations
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, and any identified special needs of the candidate, including language and literacy implications and cultural factors that may affect responses to the questions.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Overview of assessment
Evidence for assessment must be gathered over time in a range of contexts to ensure the person can achieve the unit outcome and apply the competency in different situations or environments.
Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
In addition to integrated demonstration of the elements and their related performance criteria, look for evidence that confirms:
the knowledge requirements of this unit
the skill requirements of this unit
application of employability skills as they relate to this unit
ability to plan and monitor escort processes in a range of (two or more) contexts or occasions, over time.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
This unit contains a wide range of variables to reflect the diverse nature of escort services provided in and for correctional services. Selection from the range of variables will reflect the specific requirements of the work site and the defined work role.
Valid assessment of this unit requires:
a license to drive the vehicles used in prison escorts
a workplace environment or one that closely resembles normal work practice and replicates the range of conditions likely to be encountered by an individual responsible for planning and monitoring escorts as part of a coordinated team, including coping with difficulties, irregularities and changes to routine
copies of legislation, policies, procedures and guidelines relating to planning and monitoring escorts
access to appropriate learning and assessment support when required.
Method of assessment
The following assessment methods are suggested:
observation of performance in routine workplace activities within a range of agreed responsibilities and in various work locations
written and/or oral questioning to assess knowledge and understanding
completion of workplace documents and reports produced as part of routine work activities
third-party reports from experienced practitioners
completion of performance feedback from supervisors and colleagues.
Guidance information for assessment
Assessment methods should reflect workplace demands, and any identified special needs of the candidate, including language and literacy implications and cultural factors that may affect responses to the questions.
In all cases where practical assessment is used it will be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AXZ73 | CSCTRA004A | Plan and monitor escorts | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUY68 | CSCTRA004 | Plan and monitor escorts | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| W995 | CSC40112 | Certificate IV in Correctional Practice | Qualification |
| S567 | CSC40107 | Certificate IV in Correctional Practice | Qualification |
| J285 | PSP40312 | Certificate IV in Government (Court Compliance) | Qualification |