Release 2. Modifications have been made to:

• Application
• Assessment Conditions

Release 1. This unit was released in CSC Correctional Services Training Package release 1.0 and meets the Standards for Training Packages.

This unit supersedes and is not equivalent to CSCTRA201A Maintain security during escort.

• Elements 2 and 3 revised to reflect work role

This unit describes the skills required to identify prisoner escort requirements, prepare to escort and escort prisoners.

This unit applies to those working in roles supervising secure transport of prisoners in prisoner transport vehicles. Working as part of a coordinated team is integral to the role.

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 prisoner transport.

Those undertaking this unit work with moderate support, drawing upon familiar support resources and direction from colleagues.

Licencing requirements may apply to this unit and will vary across states and territories. Users are required to check with the relevant jurisdiction for current requirements before undertaking this unit.

Not applicable

Transport and escort

Not applicable

ELEMENTS 

PERFORMANCE CRITERIA 

Elements describe the essential outcomes

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions section.

1 

Identify prisoner escort requirements 

1.1 

Check and confirm the requirements for escorts and organise resources and equipment according to escort plan and duty instructions.

1.2 

Identify special needs requiring additional resources, and make and report adjustments to escort plans.

1.3 

Ensure that all information relevant to the escort is gathered and made available to escort team.

1.4 

Provide clear, accurate information to prisoners to address concerns and problems and promote cooperation.

2 

Prepare prisoners for escort 

2.1 

Check and confirm the identification of all prisoners to be escorted against authorised information.

2.2 

Check and confirm prisoner property, files, security equipment and all resources needed to accompany prisoners.

2.3 

Confirm the classification and conditions of prisoners and note any special needs.

2.4 

Search prisoners according to procedures, taking account of prisoner’s sex, health and safety requirements.

2.5 

Search vehicle and check all equipment is working.

2.6 

Check and confirm escort requirements against the escort plan.

2.7 

Check and confirm itinerary and route against movement plans and special needs and adjustments.

2.8 

Advise relevant people of movements of prisoners and complete necessary records.

2.9 

Apply restraint techniques according to assignment instructions and legal requirements.

3 

Escort prisoner 

3.1 

Monitor the safety and welfare of prisoners during transport and authorised activities using vehicle surveillance equipment and dynamic security methods.

3.2 

Maintain communication with base and locations using communication equipment.

3.3 

Use conflict management strategies to minimise risk to safety and welfare, disruption to the itinerary and escalation of conflict.

3.4 

Ensure that response to accidents, injuries, damage and incidents maintains the safety, security and welfare of staff, prisoners and the public.

3.5 

Report incidents promptly according to the nature and urgency of the incident.

3.6 

Complete reports and documentation in the format and time required.

3.7 

Transfer prisoners, property and files to receiving agencies to ensure the continuation of care and security.

Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.

Range is restricted to essential operating conditions and any other variables essential to the work environment.

Non-essential conditions may be found in the Companion Volume Implementation Guide.

Supersedes and is not equivalent to CSCTRA201A Maintain security during escort.

Release 2. Modifications have been made to:

• Application
• Assessment Conditions

Release 1. These Assessment Requirements were released in CSC Correctional Services Training Package release 1.0 and meet the Standards for Training Packages.

Assessment requirements created.

Please refer to the advice in the CSC Assessment Guide.

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the candidate must demonstrate evidence of performance of the following on at least two occasions.

• performing in both routine and non-routine circumstances
• following the procedures for prisoner escorts in real and simulated situations

Evidence required to demonstrate competence must satisfy all of the requirements of the elements and performance criteria. If not otherwise specified the depth of knowledge demonstrated must be appropriate to the job context of the candidate.

• organisational requirements regarding the maintenance of prisoner security during escort as defined by:

• operating procedures, regulations and requirements regarding escorting offenders
• offender information system
• procedures and code of conduct relating to the use of restraint and force
• principles of duty of care defined in policies and procedures
• procedures and delegations for use of safety and security equipment when escorting clients
• emergency procedures that relate to escorting offenders

• general vehicle maintenance and mechanical knowledge to check vehicle prior to departure

Assessors must hold credentials specified within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must satisfy the Principles of Assessment and Rules of Evidence and all regulatory requirements included within the Standards for Registered Training Organisations current at the time of assessment.

Assessment must occur in workplace operational situations. Where this is not appropriate, assessment must occur in simulated workplace operational situations that reflect workplace conditions.

Assessment processes and techniques must be appropriate to the language, literacy and numeracy requirements of the work being performed and the needs of the candidate.

Resources for assessment must include access to:

• a range of relevant exercises, case studies and/or simulations
• acceptable means of simulation assessment
• applicable documentation, including workplace procedures, regulations, codes of practice and operation manuals
• relevant materials, tools, equipment and PPE currently used in industry.