Modification History
Not Applicable
Unit Descriptor
Unit descriptor |
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to maintain the security of premises and property. It requires the ability to conduct security patrols for a range of sites as a component of a complete zone, and the ability to respond to alarm activations as well as to conduct risk assessment to identify abnormal safety or security concerns. This unit may form part of the licensing requirements for persons engaged in security operations in those states and territories where these are regulated activities. |
Application of the Unit
Application of the unit |
This unit of competency has wide application in the security industry in those roles involving operational activities. Competency requires legal and operational knowledge applicable to relevant sectors of the security industry. The knowledge and skills described in this unit are to be applied within relevant legislative and organisational guidelines. |
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Refer to Unit Descriptor
Pre-Requisites
Not Applicable
Employability Skills Information
Employability skills |
This unit contains employability skills. |
Elements and Performance Criteria Pre-Content
Elements describe the essential outcomes of a unit of competency. |
Performance criteria describe the required performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the required skills and knowledge section and/or the range statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the evidence guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1 Prepare for patrol . |
1.1 Applicable provisions of legislative and organisational requirements relevant to patrol operations are identified and complied with. 1.2 Patrol tasks and other assignment instructions are obtained and verified with relevant persons . 1.3 Resource and equipment requirements are confirmed and organised in accordance with organisational procedures. 1.4 Equipment is checked for operational effectiveness and faults or damage reported in accordance with organisational procedures. 1.5 Personal dress and presentation is maintained at all times to professional standards and assignment requirements. |
2 Monitor premises and property . |
2.1 Patrol is conducted in accordance with site patrol schedules, routes and assignment instructions. 2.2 Systematic personal safety checks are conducted on a regular basis. 2.3 Security systems are operated and maintained in accordance with assignment instructions. 2.4 Security status of the premises and property is monitored and maintained in accordance with assignment instructions. 2.5 Communication channels and processes are used to maintain communication with relevant persons through duration of the assignment. |
3 Identify and respond to security risk situation . |
3.1 Potential security risks are identified and assessed for degree of risk to self, others, property and premises. 3.2 Response is formulated and carried out within scope of own role, competence and authority. 3.3 Requirements for assistance are identified and sought from relevant persons. 3.4 Changing circumstances are monitored and responses are adjusted as required to maintain security. 3.5 Relevant documentation is completed and securely maintained with due regard to confidentiality in accordance with organisational procedures. |
Required Skills and Knowledge
REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE |
This section describes the skills and knowledge and their level required for this unit. |
Required skills |
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Required knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
EVIDENCE GUIDE |
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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. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
A person who demonstrates competency in this unit must be able to provide evidence of:
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Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment includes:
Resource implications for assessment include:
Reasonable adjustments must be made to assessment processes where required for people with disabilities. This could include access to modified equipment and other physical resources, and the provision of appropriate assessment support. |
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Method of assessment |
This unit of competency could be assessed using the following methods of assessment:
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Guidance information for assessment |
Assessment processes and techniques must be culturally appropriate and suitable to the language, literacy and numeracy capacity of the candidate and the competency being assessed. In all cases where practical assessment is used, it should be combined with targeted questioning to assess the underpinning knowledge. Oral questioning or written assessment may be used to assess underpinning knowledge. In assessment situations where the candidate is offered a choice between oral questioning and written assessment, questions are to be identical. Supplementary evidence may be obtained from relevant authenticated correspondence from existing supervisors, team leaders or specialist training staff. |
Range Statement
RANGE STATEMENT |
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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. |
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Legislative requirements may relate to : |
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Organisational requirements may relate to : |
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Patrol may be : |
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Patrol tasks may include : |
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Assignment instructions may include: |
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Relevant persons may include : |
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Resources and equipment may include : |
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Security systems may include : |
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Communication channels and processes may relate to : |
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Security risks may relate to: |
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Response may involve : |
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Documentation may include : |
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Unit Sector(s)
Unit sector |
Security |
Competency field
Competency field |
Operations |