Modification History
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Unit Descriptor
This unit covers the competency required to effectively communicate in a surveillance team via portable and vehicle communications equipment.
Application of the Unit
This unit is applicable to workers within the intelligence environment.
Application of this unit involves communication in a surveillance environment using a variety of communications equipment.
Licensing/Regulatory Information
Not applicable.
Pre-Requisites
Not applicable.
Employability Skills Information
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 Range Statement. Assessment of performance is to be consistent with the Evidence Guide. |
Elements and Performance Criteria
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
1. Prepare the communications systems in a covert environment |
1.1 Communication modes and equipment are identified and tested to ensure effective links within the communications net 1.2 Problems in the system are identified and addressed to maintain communication channels in a covert environment |
2. Use communication equipment and tools |
2.1 Communication equipment is operated and maintained to ensure effective and efficient communications 2.2 Alternative communication procedures are identified and utilised 2.3 Communication equipment is used in a covert manner to assist operative/s to minimise the chance of exposure or compromise |
3. Communicate effectively in a covert environment |
3.1 Clear, correct, concise, timely and relevant information is communicated 3.2 Accurate, timely and appropriate listening and response techniques are used to facilitate subsequent action and decision-making 3.3 Communications procedures are implemented in accordance with organisational policy |
Required Skills and Knowledge
This describes the essential skills and knowledge and their level, required for this unit. |
Required Skills |
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Required Knowledge |
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Evidence Guide
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. |
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Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit |
Consistency in performance Competency should be demonstrated in the workplace or in a simulated surveillance context. |
Context of and specific resources for assessment |
Context of assessment Competency must be assessed over time in a range of workplace or simulated surveillance situations. Specific resources for assessment Access is required to:
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Method of assessment |
In a public safety environment assessment is usually conducted via direct observation in a training environment or in the workplace via subject matter supervision and/or mentoring, which is typically recorded in a competency workbook. Assessment is completed using appropriately qualified assessors who select the most appropriate method of assessment. Assessment may occur in an operational environment or in an industry-approved simulated work environment. Forms of assessment that are typically used include:
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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 in the Performance Criteria is detailed below. |
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Communication equipment may include: |
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Alternative communication may include: |
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Information may include: |
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Unit Sector(s)
Not applicable.